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Ranger 2006.5 (05.2006-)

Steering System - General Information - Power Steering System Bleeding Ranger 2006.5 (05/2006-)
General Procedures

  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Do not turn the steering wheel during the fluid level inspection, otherwise the fluid level changes and cannot be inspected correctly.
    Inspect the power steering fluid level.
    • Add fluid to the specified level as necessary. Power steering fluid type ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron®II).
    • Power steering fluid capacity (approx. quantity)1.1 L.
  1. Jack up the front of the vehicle and support it on safety stands.
    For additional information, refer to: Jacking (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation) /
    Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
  1. Turn the steering wheel fully to the left and right several times with the engine not running.
  1. Reinspect the fluid level.
    • If it has dropped, add fluid.
  1. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until the fluid level stabilizes.
  1. Lower the vehicle.
  1. Start the engine and let it idle.
  1. Turn the steering wheel fully to the left and right several times.
  1. Verify that the fluid is not foamy and that the fluid level has not dropped.
    • If the fluid level has dropped, add fluid as necessary and repeat Steps 8 and 9.

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