Power steering system - bleed

POWER STEERING SYSTEM - BLEED

Service repair no - 57.15.02

Check

1. Position container to collect any fluid spillage.
2. Ensure fluid in reservoir reaches dipstick maximum.
3. Run engine to normal operating temperature.
4. Recheck and correct reservoir fluid level.

• NOTE: During instructions 4 to 6, maintain
• maximum fluid level in reservoir. Do not
• increase engine speed or move steering
• wheel.

5. With engine at idle speed, loosen bleed screw on steering box. Tighten bleed screw when fluid emerges.
6. Check fluid level.
7. Fit reservoir cap.
8. Clean away fluid around bleed screw.
9. Check hose connections, pump and steering box for fluid leaks by holding steering on full lock in both directions.

• CAUTION: Do not maintain this pressure
• for more than 30 seconds in any one
• minute to avoid overheating fluid and
• possibly damaging seals.

10. Remove container.
11. Carry out road test.