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System Bleeding

  1. Raise vehicle and support with safety stands. Fill fluid to proper level in vane pump reservoir. Turn wheels fully in both directions and recheck fluid level.
  2. Start engine and let idle. Turn steering from lock-to-lock 2 or 3 times. Lower vehicle. Run engine at less than 1000 RPM. Turn wheel from lock-to-lock 2 or 3 times. Turn steering wheel to straight-ahead position.
  3. If fluid level does not rise and no foaming of fluid is evident, bleeding is complete. If level rises, or foaming appears, repeat procedure until air is expelled.
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