Draining oil

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Fig 1: Identifying Lock Grip Pliers & Feeder Hose

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Install lock grip pliers on the hose from the fluid reservoir as close to the power steering pump as possible.

Extract the oil with the suction unit according to Workshop Guide Bulletin 239.

NOTE: Place paper over the generator (GEN) as protection against oil.

Slacken off the hose clamp. Remove the hose from the power steering pump.

WARNING: Avoid skin contact with the oil.