Power Steering System Purging
Special Tool(s) / General Equipment
| 211-265 Evacuation Cap, Power Steering TKIT-1999M2-FLM | |
|---|---|
| 416-D002 Vacuum Pump Kit |
Materials
| Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft ® MERCON ® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-10-QLVC | MERCON ® LVWSS-M2C938-A |
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- 1.NOTE: If the air is not purged from the power steering system correctly, premature power steering pump failure may result. The condition may occur on pre-delivery vehicles with evidence of aerated fluid or on vehicles that have had steering component repairs.
Remove the power steering reservoir cap. Check the fluid.
- 2.
Raise the front wheels off the floor. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- 3.
Tightly insert the Power Steering Evacuation Cap into the reservoir and connect the Vacuum Pump Kit. Use Special Service Tool: 211-265 Evacuation Cap, Power Steering., 416-D002 Vacuum Pump Kit.
- 5.NOTE: If the Vacuum Pump Kit does not maintain vacuum, check the power steering system for leaks before proceeding. For additional information, refer to Power Steering Fluid Leak Test .
Using the Vacuum Pump Kit, apply vacuum and maintain the maximum vacuum of 68-85 kPa (20-25 in-Hg). Use Special Service Tool: 416-D002 Vacuum Pump Kit.
- 6.NOTE: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for an extended amount of time. Damage to the power steering pump may occur.
Cycle the steering wheel fully from stop-to-stop 10 times.
- 9.NOTE: Do not overfill the reservoir.
Fill the reservoir as needed with the specified fluid.
Material: Motorcraft ® MERCON ® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid / XT-10-QLVC (MERCON ® LV) (WSS-M2C938-A)
- 11.
Install the Power Steering Evacuation Cap and the Vacuum Pump Kit. Apply and maintain the maximum vacuum of 68-85 kPa (20-25 in-Hg). Use Special Service Tool: 211-265 Evacuation Cap, Power Steering., 416-D002 Vacuum Pump Kit.
- 12.NOTE: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for an extended amount of time. Damage to the power steering pump may occur.
Cycle the steering wheel fully from stop-to-stop 10 times.
- 13.
Stop the engine, release the vacuum and remove the Vacuum Pump Kit and the Power Steering Evacuation Cap.