SL 500 (230.475) V8-5.0L (113.963) (2004)
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Install charge air distribution pipe together with cover above power steering pump
AR46.30-P-0010N Filling and Bleeding Power Steering Pump
Filling and Bleeding Power Steering Pump
- with CODE (487a) Active body control (ABC)
- except CODE (979) Special protection version
- except CODE (Z04) Light armoring
- except CODE (Z07) Top protection
Shown On Model 215 With Engine 137
Bleeding
1
Fill power steering reservoir up to approx. 10 mm below the upper edge of the reservoir.
CAUTION: Under no circumstances should the power steering pump draw in air as this will destroy the pump due to a lack of
lubrication.
2
Start engine 2 to 3 times
NOTE: The steering system bleeds itself automatically.
3
Turn the steering from lock to lock several times with the engine running, in between topping up with steering gear oil if necessary
4
Check and correct power steering fluid level
Inspect
5
Check steering system for leaks
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If oil level is too low, establish cause and rectify.