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[SV37525( M)07/92]
Parking Brake Reservoir
[SV37550( M)03/93]
To inspect the parking brake fluid, refer to the
1996 Ford Service Manual or a qualified service
technician.
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Power Steering Fluid
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[SV37700( ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the power steering fluid at
least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall).
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[SV37800( ALL)03/95]
To check the level of your power steering fluid:
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[SV37900( ALL)02/95]
1. Start the engine and let it run until the
power steering fluid reaches normal
operating temperature. The power steering
fluid will be at the right temperature when
the engine coolant temperature gauge in the
instrument cluster is near the center of the
NORMAL operating temperature range.
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[SV38000( ALL)01/95]
2. While the engine idles, turn the steering
wheel back and forth several times. Make
sure that the cap assembly is installed at this
time.
[SV38150( M)05/94]
3. Then turn the engine off and do not press
the brake pedal.
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[SV38200( ALL)03/94]
4. Check the fluid level on the dipstick (which
is highlighted in yellow in your vehicle). The
fluid level should be between the arrows in
the FULL HOT range, which is marked on
the side of the dipstick, opposite the side
marked FULL COLD. Do not add fluid if the
level is within the FULL HOT range.
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Update:Tue Jun 20 16:44:35 1995