Power steering fluid
- Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
1. Full (when cold)
2. Add fluid (when cold)
3. Full (when hot)
4. Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: The vehicles has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 minutes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid temper- ature, 140 °F - 175 °F [60 °C - 80 °C]).
Cold: The engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tempera- ture, 50 °F - 85 °F [10 °C - 30 °C]).
- Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the cap and remove it
again.
Check the fluid level.
CAUTION
- When checking the reservoir
Take care as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
- When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
- After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or dam- age.
See also:
Switching the display
1. Menu switch
Changes modes to electronic fea- tures control mode, customization mode or back
to normal display mode.
2. “ENTER” switch
Changes trip information items.
This switch is also ...
Driving information
Utility vehicle precautions
This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class, which has higher ground
clearance and narrower tread in relation to the height of its center of gravity.
Utility vehic ...