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line. This brings the fluid to the correct
level when you put the cover back on.
Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once
opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture
from the air, and excess moisture can
cause a dangerous loss of braking.
CAUTION
!
Take care when filling the reservoir
because brake fluid can harm your
eyes and damage painted surfaces.
If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your
eyes with clean water.
NOTICE
If you spill the fluid, be sure to wash
it off with water to prevent it from
damaging the parts or paint.
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Checking power steering fluid
Check the fluid level through the reser-
voir. If necessary, add automatic trans-
mission fluid DEXRON -II or III.
If the vehicle has been driven around
80 km/h (50 mph) for 20 minutes (a little
more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is
hot (60_C 80_C or 140_F 175_F). You
may also check the level when the fluid
is cold (about room temperature, 10_C
30_C or 50_F 85_F) if the engine has
not been run for about five hours.
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Clean all dirt from outside of the reservoir
tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid
is cold, the level should be in the "COLD"
range. Similarly, if it is hot, the fluid level
should be in the "HOT" range. If the level
is at the low side of either range, add auto-
matic transmission fluid DEXRON -II or
III to bring the level within range.
To remove the filler cap, turn it counter-
clockwise and lift up. To reinstall it, turn it
clockwise. After replacing the filler cap,
visually check the steering box case, vane
pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
CAUTION
!
The reservoir tank may be hot so be
careful not to burn yourself.
NOTICE
Avoid overfilling, or the power
steering could be damaged.
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