Esteem GL Wagon L4-1.8L (1999)
CAUTION: Be sure not to close gauge valve for longer than 10 seconds.
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Next, open gauge valve fully and increase engine speed to about 1,500 r/min. Then turn steering wheel to the left or right fully and take
reading of relief pressure.
Relief pressure:
7200 - 7900 kPa (72 - 79 kg/cm2, 1024 - 1123 psi) 1.6 liter
8200 - 8900 kPa (82 - 89 kg/cm2, 1166 - 1265 psi) 1.8 liter
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When it is higher than specified values, possible cause is malfunction of relief valve.
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When it is lower than specified values, possible cause is failure in steering gear box. Replace gear box.
CAUTION: Be sure not to hold steering wheel at fully turned position for longer than 10 seconds.