Elantra GLS Sedan L4-2.0L (1999)
Power Steering Bleeding: Service and Repair
AIR BLEEDING
1. Fill the power steering fluid reservoir up to the "MAX" position with specified fluid.
2. Jack up the front wheels.
3. Disconnect the ignition coil high tension cable, and then, while operating the starter motor intermittently (for 15 to 20 seconds), turn the steering
wheel all the way to the left and then to the right five or six times.
NOTE:
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During air bleeding, replenish the fluid supply so that the level does not fall below the lower position of the filter.
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If air bleeding is done while the vehicle is idling, the air will be broken up and absorbed into the fluid. Be sure to do the bleeding only while
cranking.
4. Connect the high tension cable, and then start the engine (idling).
5. Turn the steering wheel to the left and then to the right, until there are no air bubbles in the oil reservoir.
NOTE: Do not hold the steering wheel turned all the way to either stop for longer than ten seconds.
6. Confirm that the fluid is not milky, and that the level is up between "MAX" and "MIN" marks on the reservoir.
7. Check that there is little change in the fluid level when the steering wheel is turned left and right.
NOTE:
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If fluid level changes up and down considerably when the steering wheel is turned or fluid overflows from the reservoir and the engine is
stopped, air bleeding is not enough. Air bleeding should be done again.
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If air bleeding is not enough, moan noise from the pump becomes more strident and air in the system will shorten the life of the pump and
other parts.
