HARRIER BOOK-1

STEERING

vii. POWER STEERING OIL FLUSHING

PROCEDURE :

NOTE:

Always use fresh Power Steering oil, for flushing.

In case of non availability of sufficient quantity of

fresh Power Steering oil, the drained oil may be

used after filtering (use filter paper – Size: 10

microns).

1. Minimum quantity of oil required is 2 liters (If

the filtered oil quantity is less add fresh oil)

2. Drain the oil from the system. (For procedure

refer power steering oil replacement

procedure.)

3. Fit new filter assembly and fill the system with

fresh / filtered oil. (For procedure refer

steering

reservoir

filter

replacement

procedure.)

4. Start the engine and allow it to run for few

minutes. With the engine idling, steer the

wheels from RH lock to LH lock at least 10

times. Ensure oil level does not drop below

the suction fitting in the reservoir.

5. Stop the engine and drain the oil from the

system.

NOTE:



Remove the filter cartridge used while flushing

in step 3. Store it separately (it can be used

again for flushing other vehicle).



After flushing always use a new filter.