STEERING 20 MAINTANENCE TIPS: • For cleaning the strainer, remove the reservoir assy 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. C. 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.
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