Power assisted steering (PAS) system - bleed

STEERING

ADJUSTMENTS

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STEERING

ADJUSTMENTS

Power assisted steering (PAS) system - 
bleed 

$% 57.15.02

Check

1. Clean PAS fluid reservoir around filler cap and 

fluid level indicators.

2. Check power steering fluid, if aerated, wait until 

fluid is free from bubbles then top-up reservoir 
to 'UPPER' level mark with recommended fluid.

3. Fit reservoir filler cap.

Bleed

1. Remove filler cap from reservoir and fill to 

'UPPER' level mark with recommended fluid. 
Fluid must always be present in reservoir 
during bleeding.

2. Start engine and allow to run at idle for 10 

seconds. Stop engine.

3. Top-up steering fluid reservoir.
4. Start engine and turn steering fully to LH and 

RH locks. Stop engine.

5. Top-up steering fluid reservoir.

6. Start and run engine for 2 minutes, turn 

steering fully to RH and LH locks.

CAUTION: Do not hold steering at full lock 
for longer than 10 seconds.

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