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When to Check Power $.teering Fluid
It
is not
necessary to regularly check power steering
fluid unless you
suspect
there
is
a le.& in the,system
or
y m hear
an unusual
noise. A fluid loss
in this system
could indicattt a problem. Have-the .-system inspecte.d
and repaired.
How To -Check Power Steering Fluid
When the engine compartment is cool, wipe the
cap and.
the top
of the-reservoir
ciean,.then
tms.crew the cap and
wipe the dipstick .with a clean rag. Replace th.ccap tind
completely :tighten .it. Then remove the cap again and
look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
The 1evel.sh.suld be between
the-
ADD and FULL
mxks. For the 2.2L engine, the.
fluid level should be
at tbe
C- mark. If rieCe;sssirfr, add
m l y enou.gh fluid
to
bring the level up to the proper range.
TO
determine what kind of fluid to use,
E&
"Recommended Fiuids and Lubricants" in the-:Index.
Always
use
the proper fluid. Failure to
use
the proper
fluid can-cmse leaks and damage
hoses-and seals.
Windshield Washer Flu,id
What to Use
When you need windshield washe? fluid, be sure to read
the:maaufact-'s instructions before
me.
If
you
will be
operating your vehicle
in an
area where. the. temperature
may fall below freezing, use a fluid th-at has su.fficien.t
protection against free2i.n.g.
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