Ford Falcon. Manual - part 86
211-00-3
Steering System — General Information
211-00-3
GENERAL PROCEDURES
6. While turning wheel, check fluid constantly.
Power Steering System Bleeding Air
NOTE: No bubbles are allowed.
NOTE: For any sign of bubbles, recheck
CAUTION: You should bleed after any
connections. Repeat step 5.
component replacement or after disconnecting
fluid line in case of steering system noise.
7. Start engine. With engine idling, maintain fluid
Bleeding is important to prevent pump damage, to
level. Reinstall cap.
ensure proper system operation and to stop
8. Return wheels to centre. Lower front wheels to
steering system noise.
ground.
NOTE: Inspect steering system. Check, and correct
9. Keep engine running for two minutes.
as needed:
10. Turn steering wheel in both directions.
Hoses must not touch any other part of vehicle.
11. Verify:
Hose touching frame, body, or engine could
cause steering system noise.
Smooth power assist
All hose connections must be tight. Loose
Noiseless operation
connections might not leak but could allow air into
Proper fluid level
system.
No system leaks
NOTE: Use only clean, new power steering fluid. Fluid
Proper fluid condition (i.e. No bubbles, no
must be:
foam and no discolouration)
Conventional climate:
12. If all proper conditions apply, procedure is
GM #1052884 - 16 ounce.
complete.
GM #1050017 - 32 ounce.
13. If any problem remains, check these special
conditions:
Cold climate:
Fluid: If there is foam or bubbles in the fluid.
GM #12345866 - 16 ounce.
The fluid must be completely free of bubbles.
GM #12345867 - 32 ounce.
In step 5, be alert to periodic bubbles that
1. Switch
ignition
off.
could indicate a loose connection or leaky
O-ring seal in either the return hose or
2. Raise front wheels off ground.
pressure hose. Also check for discoloured
3. Turn steering wheel full left.
fluid. Follow the following steps top remedy
4. Fill fluid reservoir to “FULL COLD” level. Leave
the situation:
cap off.
Switch ignition off.
Wait two minutes.
Recheck hose connections.
Repeat steps 7-10 of procedure.
If condition still exists then check: return
hose clamps, return hose O-ring,
pressure hose O-rings and gear cylinder
line O-rings
Noise: If the pump whines or groans then with
engine running, recheck hoses for possible
contact with frame body or engine. If no
contact is found, follow either of the below
methods:
Method one: Normal cool down
Switch engine off.
Wait for system to cool.
5. With assistant checking fluid level and condition,
Install reservoir cap.
turn steering wheel lock-to-lock at least 20 times.
Method two: Partial fluid replacement
Engine remains off.
Switch engine off.
NOTE: On systems with long return lines or fluid
Use a suction device to remove fluid
coolers, turn steering wheel lock-to-lock at least
from reservoir.
40 times.
Refill with cool, clean fluid.
NOTE: Trapped air may cause fluid to overflow.
Install reservoir cap.
Thoroughly clean any spilled fluid to allow for leak NOTE: After either method of cooling, start engine
check.
and allow engine to come up to operating
NOTE: Keep fluid level at “FULL COLD”.
temperature. If noise persists, remove and replace
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