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Power Steering Fluid: Bleeding

  1. Check fluid level. See  INSPECTION  . 
  2. Jack up front of vehicle and support it with stands  .
  3. Turn steering wheel  :

    With the engine stopped, turn the wheel slowly from lock to lock several times.

  4. Lower vehicle  .
  5. Start engine  :

    Run the engine at idle for a few minutes.

  6. Turn steering wheel  :
    1. With the engine idling, turn the wheel to left or right full lock position and keep it there for 2 - 3 seconds, then turn the wheel to the opposite full lock position and keep it there for 2 - 3 seconds.
    2. Repeat (a) several times.
  7. Stop engine  .
  8. Check for foaming or emulsification  :

    If the system has to be bled twice specifically because of foaming or emulsification, check for fluid leaks in the system.

    Fig 1: Inspecting Power Steering Fluid For Air Bubbles
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  9. Check fluid level. See  INSPECTION  .