Checking Power Steering Fluid - Toyota Land Cruiser 1998 User Manual

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NOTICE
If you spill the fluid, be sure to wipe
it off to prevent it from damaging the
parts or painting.
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Checking power steering fluid

If cold
If hot
O.K.
Open
O.K.
Close
If cold
add
If hot
add
Check the fluid level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add automatic transmission
fluid DEXRON I I 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 (60RC—80RC or 140RF—175RF). You
may also check the level when the fluid
is cold (about room temperature,
10RC—30RC or 50RF—85RF) if the engine
has not been run for about five hours.
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 DEXRON II
or III to bring the level within the range.
To remove the filler cap, turn it counter-
clockwise and lift up. To reinstall it, turn
it clockwise. After replacing the
cap,visually check the steering box case,
vane pump and hose connections
leaks or damage.
CAUTION
The reservoir tank may be hot so be
careful not to burn yourself.
NOTICE
Avoid overfilling, or the power steer-
ing could be damaged.
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