Tracer L4-116 1.9L SOHC (1991)
Power Steering Bleeding: Service and Repair
Air Bleed
If air bubbles are present in power steering system, bleed system.
1.
Fill power steering reservoir.
2.
Run engine until fluid reaches normal operating temperature 165-175°F (74-79°C).
3.
Turn steering wheel lock to lock several times. Do not hold steering wheel in far right or left position.
4.
Check fluid level.
5.
If air bubble are still present purge system as outlined under Power Steering System Purge.
Power Steering System Purge
1.
Air trapped in power steering system may be remove with power steering pump air evacuator assembly vacuum tester 021-00014 or equivalent.
2.
Do not use engine vacuum to purge power steering system.
3.
Remove reservoir cap.
4.
Check and fill reservoir to ``F'' mark with suitable fluid.
5.
Disconnect EDIS coil pack electrical connector, then raise and support front wheels.
6.
Crank engine with starter motor, then check fluid level. Do not turn steering wheel.
7.
If fluid level has dropped, fill reservoir to ``F'' mark, crank engine with starter motor while turning steering wheel lock to lock, then check fluid
level.
8.
Install air evacuator rubber stopper tightly to pump reservoir, then connect EDIS coil pack electrical connector.
9.
With engine at idle, apply 15 inch Hg maximum vacuum to pump reservoir for a minimum of three minutes, as air purges from system, vacuum
will decrease, maintain adequate vacuum.
10.
Release vacuum, then remove vacuum source, if fluid level has dropped, fill to ``F'' mark.
11.
With engine at idle, apply 15 inch Hg maximum vacuum to pump reservoir, turn steering wheel from lock to lock ever 30 seconds for about five
minutes. Do not hold steering wheel on stops when turning. Maintain adequate vacuum.
12.
Release vacuum, then remove vacuum equipment add power steering fluid id required, install cap.
13.
Start engine, turn steering wheel, check connections for oil leaks.
14.
If severe aeration is indicated, repeat steps 7 through 13.
15.
Lower vehicle.