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On some vehicles, the power steering pump high pressure port is inaccessible and the
special tool should then be installed either at the steering gear or at a point in the high
pressure line between the power steering pump and the steering gear.
2. Place a dial thermometer in the power steering pump reservoir.
3. Check the power steering fluid level. If necessary, add power steering fluid. zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
4. Install a digital tachometer.
5. CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to
five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump will occur.
Start the engine. Place the transmission in neutral. Set the parking brake. Raise the power
steering fluid temperature to 74- 80°C (165-175°F) by rotating the steering wheel fully to the left
and right several times.
6. Set the engine speed to 1500 rpm. Record the flow rate and pressure readings. zIf the flow rate is below the flow rate specification, a new power steering pump may need
to be installed. Continue with the test procedure.
z If the pressure reading is above the maximum pressure specification, then check power
steering hoses for kinks and restrictions.
7. Partially close the gate valve to obtain 750 psi. Set the engine speed at idle. Record the flow rate.
zIf the flow is less than the specified flow rate, then install a new power steering pump. For
additional information, refer to Section 211 - 02 .
8. CAUTION: Do not allow the gate valve to remain closed for more than 5 seconds.
Completely close and partially open the gate valve 3 times. Record the pressure relief valve
actuation pressure reading. zIf the pressure does not meet the relief pressure specification, install a new power
steering pump. For additional information, refer to Section 211 - 02 .
9. Set engine speed to 1500 rpm. Record the flow rate. zIf the flow rate varies more than 3.785 liters/minute (1 gallon/minute) from the initial flow
rate reading, install a new power steering pump. For additional information, refer to
Section 211 - 02 .
10. CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to
five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump will occur.
Set the engine speed at idle. Turn (or have an assistant turn) the steering wheel to the left and
right stops. Record flow rate and pressure readings at the stops.
zThe pressure reading at both stops should be nearly the same as the maximum pump
relief pressure.
z The flow rate should drop below 1.9 liters/minute (0.5 gallons/minute).
z If the pressure does not reach the maximum pump relief pressure or the flow rate does
not drop below the specified value, excessive internal leakage is occurring. Install a new
steering gear as necessary. For additional information, refer to Section 211 - 02 . Klj . 9 ba
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GENERAL PROCEDURES
System Flushing —
CII Power Steering Pump
WARNING: Do not mix oil types. Any mixture or any unapproved oil can lead to seal
deterioration and leaks. A leak can ultimately cause loss of fluid, which can result in a loss of
power steering assist.
1. Remove the fuel pump fuse from the battery junction box.
2. Disconnect the power steering return hose. Plug the reservoir.
3. Attach an extension hose between the power steering return hose and an empty container.
4. Raise the front wheels off the floor. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
5. Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level. zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
6. CAUTION: Do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Allow the
starter to cool for 1 minute before cranking again. Premature starter failure can occur.
CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to
five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump will occur.
Turn the steering wheel from stop- to-stop while cranking the engine until the fluid exiting the
power steering return hose is clear of all contamination and foreign material.
zAdd Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent as
needed.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Disconnect the extension hose from the power steering return hose. Remove the plug. Attach the power steering return hose to the reservoir.
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CAUTION: Do not overfill the reservoir.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level. zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
10. Install the fuel pump fuse.
11. CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to
five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump will occur.
Start the engine and turn the steering wheel from stop- to-stop.
12. CAUTION: Do not overfill the reservoir.
NOTE: If the power steering system is noisy and is accompanied by evidence of aerated fluid it
will be necessary to purge the power steering system.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level.
zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent. Klj . 2 ba
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GENERAL PROCEDURES
System Flushing —
CIII Power Steering Pump
WARNING: Do not mix oil types. Any mixture or any unapproved oil can lead to seal
deterioration and leaks. A leak can ultimately cause loss of fluid, which can result in a loss of
power steering assist.
1. Remove the fuel pump fuse from the battery junction box.
2. Disconnect the power steering return hose. Plug the reservoir.
3. Attach an extension hose between the power steering return hose and an empty container.
4. Raise the front wheels off the floor. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
5. Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level. zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
6. CAUTION: Do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Allow the
starter to cool for 1 minute before cranking again. Premature starter failure can occur.
CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to
five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump could occur.
Turn the steering wheel from stop- to-stop while cranking the engine until the fluid exiting the
power steering return hose is clear of all contamination and foreign material.
zAdd Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent as
needed.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Disconnect the extension hose from the power steering return hose. Remove the plug. Attach the power steering return hose to the reservoir.
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9.
CAUTION: Do not overfill the reservoir.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level. zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
10. Install the fuel pump fuse.
11. CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to
five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump will occur.
Start the engine and turn the steering wheel from stop- to-stop.
12. CAUTION: Do not overfill the reservoir.
NOTE: If the power steering system is noisy and is accompanied by evidence of aerated fluid it
will be necessary to purge the power steering system.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level.
zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent. Klj . 2 ba
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GENERAL PROCEDURES
Purging —CII Power Steering Pump
CAUTION: If the air is not purged from the power steering system correctly, premature
power steering pump failure can result. This condition can occur on pre- delivery vehicles with
evidence of aerated fluid or on vehicles that have had steering component repairs.
1. NOTE: A whine heard from the power steering pump may be caused by air in the system. The
power steering purge procedure must be performed prior to any component repair for which
power steering noise complaints are accompanied by evidence of aerated fluid.
Remove the reservoir cap. Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct
level.
zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
2. Tightly insert the Vacuum Pump stopper into the reservoir.
3. Start the vehicle.
4. Using the special tool, apply maximum vacuum and maintain it for a minimum of three minutes with the engine speed set at idle. SECTION 211-
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Vacuum Pump
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8.
CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to
five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump will occur.
Cycle the steering wheel fully to the left and right every 30 seconds for approximately five
minutes.
9. Stop the engine, release the vacuum, and remove the special tool.
10. Install the reservoir cap.
11. Check for fluid leaks at all of the connections. If the power steering fluid shows signs of air, repeat this procedure. Klj . 3 ba
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GENERAL PROCEDURES
Purging —CIII Power Steering Pump
CAUTION: If the air is not purged from the power steering system correctly, premature
power steering pump failure can result. This condition can occur on pre- delivery vehicles with
evidence of aerated fluid or on vehicles that have had steering component repairs.
1. NOTE: A whine heard from the power steering pump may be caused by air in the system. The
power steering purge procedure must be performed prior to any component repair for which
power steering noise complaints are accompanied by evidence of aerated fluid.
Remove the reservoir cap. Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct
level.
zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
2. Tightly insert the Vacuum Pump stopper into the reservoir.
3. Start the vehicle.
4. Using the special tool, apply maximum vacuum and maintain it for a minimum of three minutes with the engine speed set at idle. SECTION 211-
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Vacuum Pump
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8.
CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to
five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump will occur.
Cycle the steering wheel fully to the left and right every 30 seconds for approximately five
minutes.
9. Stop the engine, release the vacuum, and remove the special tool.
10. Install the reservoir cap.
11. Check for fluid leaks at all of the connections. If the power steering fluid shows signs of air, repeat this procedure. Klj . 3 ba
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Fill
1. WARNING: Do not mix oil types, any mixture or any unapproved oil can lead to seal
deterioration and leaks. A leak can ultimately cause loss of fluid, which can result in a
loss of power steering assist.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level.
zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
2. Remove the fuel pump fuse from the battery junction box.
3. Raise the front wheels off the floor. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
4. CAUTION: Do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Allow the
starter to cool for 1 minute before cranking again. Premature starter failure can occur.
CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel against the stops for more than three to
five seconds at a time. Damage to the power steering pump will occur.
Turn the steering wheel from stop- to-stop while cranking the engine.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. CAUTION: Do not overfill the reservoir.
Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the reservoir to the correct level. zUse Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or MERCON® equivalent.
7. Install the fuel pump fuse.
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