Avalon V6-3.5L (2GR-FE) (2006)
c. Start the engine and run at idle.
d. Turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times to raise fluid temperature.
Fluid temperature: 75 to 80°C (167 to 176°F)
e. Check for foaming or emulsification. If foaming or emulsification is identified, bleed the power steering system.
f.
With the engine idling, measure the fluid level in the reservoir.
g. Stop the engine.
h. Wait a few minutes and remeasure the fluid level in the reservoir.
Maximum fluid level rise: About 5 mm (0.20 inch)
If a problem is found, bleed the power steering system.
i.
Check the fluid level.
4. CHECK STEERING FLUID PRESSURE
a. Disconnect the pressure feed tube assembly.
b. Connect SST.
SST 09640-10010 (09641-01010, 09641-01020, 09641-01030)
NOTICE: Check that the valve of the SST is in the open position.
c. Bleed the power steering system (see step 2).
d. Start the engine and run at idle.
e. Turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times to raise fluid temperature.