1999 Mountaineer Power Steering Bleeding Service and Repair
6. CAUTION: Do not overfill the power steering pump reservoir.
Fill the reservoir.
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Use Motorcraft MERCON(R) Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON(R) equivalent.
7. Reinstall the vacuum pump. Apply and maintain maximum vacuum.
8. CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering
pump could occur.
Cycle the steering wheel fully to the left and right every 30 seconds for approximately five minutes.
9. Stop the engine, release the vacuum, and remove the vacuum pump.
1O. Stall the reservoir cap.
11. Check for fluid leaks at all of the connections. If the power steering fluid shows signs of air, repeat this procedure.
