Checking for leaks
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The following illustration shows the arrangement of the power steering components and lines.
POWER STEERING COMPONENTS AND LINES
| 1 | Pump |
| 2 | Power steering cooler |
| 3 | Return line |
| 4 | Steering gear |
| 5 | Pressure line |
| 6 | Hollow bolt |
| 7 | Container |
| 8 | Suction hose |
| D | Sealing ring |
Check all visible connections, hoses, lines and steering gear for traces of fluid.