Checking Procedure For Power Steering Boot Leakage - Mazda 1983 RX7 Service Manual

CHECKING PROCEDURE FOR POWER STEERING BOOT LEAKAGE CAT. N, NO. 004/97
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

CHECKING PROCEDURE FOR POWER STEERING BOOT LEAKAGE

Model(s): All Mazda Models with Rack/Pinion
Category: N - Steering System
Bulletin No.: 004/97
Date: December 28, 1997
DESCRIPTION
Customers complaining of problems associated with power steering
fluid loss should have the vehicle inspected according to the
instructions in section N of the workshop manual. If the leak is
determined to be coming from the power steering gear, follow the
procedures listed below.
NOTE: Service Managers should place a copy of this bulletin
in section N of the workshop manual.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. Check the color of the fluid that is leaking. See Fig. 1.
* If the fluid is red, proceed to step 3.
* If the fluid is any color other than red, (i.e. yellow,
colorless), this is grease and no problem exists with the
power steering gear. Proceed to step 2.
2. Inspect the boot for damage (i.e. cracks or tears).
3. Remove the boot wire and inspect the inside of the boot for
contamination (dirt, water, etc.). See Fig. 1.
* If there is a large quantity of red fluid inside the boot, this
indicates insufficient sealing. Replace the side seal and the
power steering gear according to section N of the workshop
manual. See Fig. 1.
* If a minimal quantity of red fluid is present, proceed to step 4.
4. Start the engine and turn the steering wheel right and left,
lock to lock.
* If the fluid is leaking, replace the side seal and the power
steering gear according to section N of the workshop manual.
* If no fluid is leaking, no problem exists in the power steering
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