7. If the fluid level on the level gauge is not
between the notches, add fluid through the
guide pipe. Add a little fluid at a time, checking
the new level with the level gauge each time.
8. When the fluid level is acceptable, insert the
level gauge and secure it in position.
CAUTION
•
Use a clean container when adding the
power steering fluid. Never use a container
that has held any other types of oil or fluid.
Foreign matter in the fluid could result in a
failure.
•
Avoid adding more fluid than specified.
•
Insufficient oil can make the steering heavy
or noisy and can damage power steering
components.
WARNING
•
Close the tank cap firmly; otherwise power
steering fluid will leak and could catch fire.
Also wipe clean spilt fluid.
•
If the power steering fluid level becomes
abnormally low, fluid may be leaking. Have
the steering system inspected by an
authorized dealer.
Filter elements
1 Oil filter replacement
Replacement
Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles)
intervals
or every 12 months
CAUTION
•
Oil filter element must not be cleaned and
reused. Always replace the filter element
with a new one.
•
Replace the oil filter element simultaneously
with engine oil change.
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