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Filling And Bleeding the Power Steering System

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Fig 1: Filling Power Steering System
GLL116391Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Fill the fluid reservoir for the power steering system with oil. Bleed the system.

Apply the parking brake. Start the engine.

Turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times.

Check the function. Check for leakage.

Check the oil level. Top up if required.

NOTE: Power steering fluid, quality ATF F, G, Dexron D/E Ford Mercon