Perform the following procedure to help identify
the exact location of the leak:
- Turn the engine off.
- Wipe dry all the power steering system components.
- Wipe dry all the power steering system connections.
- Check the fluid reservoir.
- Add fluid if required. Refer to
Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations
in Maintenance and Lubrication.
- The power steering system must be bled if the reservoir is empty.
Refer to
Power Steering System Bleeding
.
- Start the engine.
- Have an assistant turn the steering wheel from stop to stop several
times while you search for leaks. Do not hold it at a stop for any length
of time or damage to the pump may occur.
- Find the exact location of the leak.
- Repair the leak.