Power Steering System Filling (13 416 1); General Procedures - Ford 2002 Bantam Workshop Manual

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GENERAL PROCEDURES

Power Steering System Filling (13 416 1)

Special Tool(s)
Adaptor, Power Steering
Bleeding
211-189 (13-016)
E3220 EN
Steering System — General Information
Special Tool(s)
Hand Vacuum/Pressure
Pump
416-D001 (23-036A)
Refill
1. NOTE: When filling the reservoir, make sure
the power steering fluid is clean and not
agitated prior to use. The fluid should be
poured slowly into the reservoir to minimize
the possibility of aeration. The fluid level
should be checked with the fluid cold.
Fill the reservoir to the MAX mark.
2. Using the special tools, apply a vacuum of
84-101 kPa (25-30 in-Hg) for 30 seconds.
3. Observe the vacuum gauge reading.
• If the vacuum decreases by more than 7
kPa (2 in-Hg) in 5 minutes, the system
should be checked for leaks.
4. Remove the hand vacuum/pressure pump
and stopper. Fill the reservoir to the MAX
mark is necessary.
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