Mahindra 60 Series, Operator'S Manual, Page: 76 / 111

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60 Series 2WD/4WD, Model - 8560
P o w er S t eeri ng
Filling and Air Bleeding for Power Steering System
Open the dipstick cum filler (A).
1. Fill the reservoir with recommended oil up to the upper
level mark on the dipstick cum filler (A).
2. Start the engine using start key and immediately stop it
by turning the key to the stop position.
3. Check the oil level and refill oil such that the level is
between upper and lower level marks.
4. Repeat this procedure three times, each time checking
level and refilling the reservoir if required.
5. Start the engine and let it idle for 2 minutes.
6. Shut the engine off and check the fluid level in the
reservoir again, top-up if required.
7. Start the engine and steer the vehicle from full left to
full right positions five times. Check the oil level and
top-up oil if required.
Tips for maintaining the power steering system
Top up fluid level in reservoir as necessary.
Maintain correct inflation of front tires.
Always use a puller to remove the steering wheel. Do
not use a hammer, torch or crow bar.
Investigate and immediately correct any play, rattle,
shimmy, or other unusual condition in the steering
system.
Do not attempt to weld any broken steering
component. Replace the component with original part
only.
Do not cold straighten, hot straighten or bend any
steering part.
Prevent dirt or other foreign matter from entering the
hydraulic system. Clean off around filler caps before
checking oil level.
Investigate and correct any external leakage in the
steering system.
Comply with the manufacturers specifications for
replacing the filter, first change after 50 hrs. and then
1000 hrs. subsequently.
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