FORESTER NA. (E)
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Power steering fluid
WARNING
Never let power steering fluid contact your eyes because power
steering fluid can be harmful to your eyes. If power steering fluid
gets in your eyes, immediately flush them thoroughly with clean
water. For safety, when performing this work, wearing eye protec-
tion is advisable.
The power steering fluid expands largely as its temperature rises; the
fluid level differs according to fluid temperature. Therefore, the dipstick
has two different checking ranges for hot and cold fluids on it.
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Checking the fluid level when the fluid is hot
WARNING
Be careful not to burn yourself because the fluid may be hot.
CAUTION
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When power steering fluid is being added, use only clean fluid,
and be careful not to allow any dirt into the tank. And never use
different brands together.
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Avoid spilling fluid when adding it in the tank.
Check the power steering fluid level monthly.
1. Drive the vehicle several miles to raise the temperature of the power
steering fluid up to normal operating temperature, about 140
°
F (60
°
C).
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and stop the engine.
3. Turn the reservoir cap counterclockwise to remove the fluid level dip-
stick, wipe the dipstick clean, and reinsert it.
