Checking Power Steering Fluid - Toyota 2003 HIGHLANDER User Manual

Remove and replace the reservoir cap by
hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted
line. This brings the fluid to the correct
level when you put the cap 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 immediately. If
you still feel uncomfortable with your
eyes, go to the doctor.
NOTICE
If you spill some of the fluid, be sure
to wash it off with water to prevent
it from damaging the parts or paint.
'03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208)

Checking power steering fluid

If hot O.K.
If cold O.K.
Open
Close
If hot add
If cold add
Check the fluid level through the reser-
voir. If necessary, add automatic trans-
mission fluid DEXRONRII 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 (80zC or 175zF). You may also check
the level when the fluid is cold (about
room temperature, 10zC—30zC
50zF—85zF) if the engine has not been
run for about five hours.
2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U)
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
automatic transmission fluid DEXRONRII or
III to bring the level within the range.
To remove the reservoir cap, turn it coun-
terclockwise and lift up. To reinstall it,
turn it clockwise. After replacing the reser-
voir 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
or
Avoid overfilling, or the power steer-
ing could be damaged.
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