HEXA

1276 / 1863

STEERING
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Maintenance Tips:
 For cleaning the strainer, remove the
reservoir assembly from the vehicle and blow
air through the top opening of the shell,
Suction & return ports and ensure the dust
particles are removed completely from the
Strainer surface, before assembling the
reservoir, back on the vehicle.
 Use only recommended oil in the system.
 Ensure the mounting of hoses are properly
tightened, Cap is properly tightened, to avoid
oil leak.
 Avoid keeping the Cap on the floor, which
may cause dust to get stick to the cap &
enter the reservoir.
CAUTION:
Do not try to clean the strainer in the
reservoir in the vehicle assembled condition, as
the dust particles may enter the system.
iii. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM AIR BLEEDING :
NOTE:
Before proceeding to bleed the system:
 All pipes and hoses are securely fitted and
fastened.
 Always use recommended oil from closed
containers. Any dirty oil poured in the system
will result in damage to pump / gear.
CAUTION:
It is recommended to use the strainer present in
the reservoir while pouring the steering oil in the
steering reservoir to avoid entry of dirt and
contaminants into the hydraulic circuit.
1. Fill the reservoir nearly full. Crank the engine
for 10 seconds, if possible, without allowing it
to start. If the engine does start, shut off
immediately. Check and refill the reservoir.
Repeat at least three times each time
checking and refilling the reservoir.
CAUTION:
Ensure that the oil does not drop down to the
lower level of reservoir or run out of the reservoir;
to avoid air induction into the system.
2. Start the engine and check for any leakage in
the system and if noticed take corrective
action.
3. Start the engine and steer the vehicle from full
left to full right turn 3-4 times. Add fluid, if
necessary, to maintain the level up to the
‘MAX’ mark on the reservoir
CAUTION:
Do not force the wheel against lock position.
4. With the engine at steady speed, check for
bubble / foaming in the oil. If present, it
indicates that air is getting sucked into the
system. Check the suction line fittings and
correct if necessary.
5. Once the system is bled properly there should
not be any change in oil level in the reservoir
if the engine is started & stopped repeatedly.
6. Now the system is ready for driving - top up or
remove excess oil so that final oil level is at
‘MAX’ mark on the reservoir.