Chrysler PT Cruiser 2001 Service Manual Supplement page 1183

19a - 6 STEERING
SERVICE PROCEDURES
POWER STEERING PUMP INITIAL
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
SERVICE PROCEDURES
POWER STEERING PUMP INITIAL OPERATION
CAUTION: The fluid level should be checked with
engine off to prevent injury from moving compo-
nents. Use only Mopar
not use automatic transmission fluid. Do not over-
fill.
Wipe the filler cap clean, then check the fluid level.
The dipstick should indicate COLD when the fluid is
at normal temperature, approximately 21°C to 27°C
(70°F to 80°F).
(1) Fill the power steering fluid reservoir to the
proper level and let the fluid settle for at least two
minutes.
(2) Start the engine and let run for a few seconds,
then turn the engine off.
(3) Add fluid if necessary. Repeat the above proce-
dure until the fluid level remains constant after run-
ning the engine.
2001 PT CRUISER
POWER STEERING PUMP
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page
Power Steering Fluid. Do
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
POWER STEERING PUMP - RHD . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
(4) Raise the front wheels off the ground.
(5) Start the engine. Slowly turn the steering
wheel right and left, lightly contacting the wheel
stops.
(6) Add power steering fluid if necessary.
(7) Lower the vehicle and turn the steering wheel
slowly from lock to lock.
(8) Stop the engine. Check the fluid level and refill
as required.
(9) If the fluid is extremely foamy, allow the vehi-
cle to stand a few minutes and repeat the above pro-
cedure.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
POWER STEERING PUMP - RHD
The RHD PT vehicle utilizes a identical power
steering pump and mounting location as LHD PT.
Refer to the LHD power steering pump removal and
installation procedure for detailed instructions.
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