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Checking Fluid Level

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Check the power steering fluid level in the reservoir tank with the engine off.

Use the "HOT" range at fluid temperatures of 50° - 80°C (122° - 176°F) or the "COLD" range at fluid temperatures of 0° - 30°C (32° - 86°F).

CAUTION:
  • Do not overfill the power steering reservoir tank.
  • Use the recommended power steering fluid. Refer to "FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ".
Fig 1: Checking Fluid Level
G04902291Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.