1. Inspect drive belt
If any defect is found, replace the drive belt.
Hint
: cracks on the rib side of a belt are considered acceptable. If the missing chunks from the ribs are found on the belt, it should be replaced.
2. Bleed power steering system
Especially, if the system has to be bled twice because of foaming or emulsification, check for fluid leaks in the system.
3. Check fluid level
If necessary, add fluid.
Fluid: atf dexron® ii or iii
Hint
: check that the fluid level is within the hot level range on the reservoir tank. If the fluid is cold, check that it is within the cold level range.
Fluid temperature: 75 – 80°c (167 – 176°f)
If foaming or emulsification is identified, bleed the power steering system.
Maximum fluid level rise: 5 mm (0.20 In.) If a problem is found, bleed the power steering system.
4. Check steering fluid pressure
Sst 09640–10010 (09641–01010, 09641–01020, 09641–01030) N
otice
: check that the valve of the sst is in the open position.
Fluid temperature: 75 – 80 °c (167 – 176 °f)
Fluid pressure: 7,300 – 7,800 kpa (75 – 80 kgf/cm2, 1,067 – 1,138 psi)
Notice
:
Fluid pressure difference: 490 kpa (5 kgf/cm2, 71 psi) or less
Notice
: do not turn the steering wheel.
Fluid pressure: 7,300 – 7,800 kpa (75 – 80 kgf/cm2, 1,067 – 1,138 psi)
Notice
:
Sst 09640–10010 (09641–01010, 09641–01020, 09641–01030)
5. Check steering effort
Steering effort (reference): 6 n·m (60 kgf·cm, 53 in.·Lbf) or less
Hint
: take the tire type, pressure and contact surface into consideration before making your diagnosis.
Torque: 50 n·m (510 kgf·cm, 37 ft·lbf)
Basic repair hint
(A) hints on operations
1
Looks
Always wear a clean uniform.
Hat and safety shoes must be worn.
2
Vehicle protection
Set a grill cover, fender cover, seat cover and floor mat before
starting the operation.
3
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How to proceed with troubleshooting
Hint:
carry out troubleshooting in accordance with the procedures on the following
page. Here, only the basic
procedures are shown. Details are provided in the diagnostics section, showing
the most effective methods
for each circuit. Confirm the troubleshooting procedures first for the releva ...
Body
On–vehicle inspection
1. Canada:
tighten bolts and nuts on chassis and body
tighten the bolts and nuts on the chassis parts listed below, if
necessary
Front axle and suspension
drive train
rear axle and suspension
brake system
engine mounting
other chassis parts
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