Jeep J-10 Series 1982 Technical & Service Manual page 928

2L-16 POWER STEERING GEAR AND PUMP
level is low, add fluid as necessary and check for leaks. If
the reservoir is overfilled, drain fluid to correct level.
When adding fluid to or refilling the reservoir after
service operations, use Jeep Power Steering Fluid, or
equivalent only. Use power steering fluid or fluid desig
nated for use in power steering systems only. Do not use
transmission fluid, motor oil, or similar fluids.
The pump drive belt tension and condition should be
also be checked periodically. Use Tension Gauge J-23600
to measure belt tension. When checking tension with
this gauge, position the gauge at the center of the long
est belt span to take readings. When checking tension of
notched drive belts, be sure the gauge finger is firmly
seated in a belt notch before taking readings.
POWER STEERING SYSTEM HYDRAULIC
PRESSURE TEST PROCEDURE
STEP SEQUENCE
RESULT
DISCONNECT
PRESSURE HOSE
AT GEAR OR PUMP
USE CONTAINER FOR
DRIPPING FLUID
CAUTION
IF GEAR AND PUMP HAVE
METRIC THREAD FITTING
USE HOSE FITTING ADAPTERS
CHECK FLUID LEVEL,
ADD FLUID
F NECESSARY
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GAUGE SHOULD READ
BELOW 150 PSI (1034 kPa), *-(OK
GAUGE
READS OK
GAUGE READS OVER
150 PSI (1034 kPa)
DISCONNECT HOSE
AT GEAR AND
CHECK POPPET
VALVE FOR FREE
OPERATION
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REPAIR OR
REPLACE AS
NECESSARY