automatic transmission fluid LEXUS SC300 1999 User Guide

CHASSIS
361
CHECKING POWER STEERINGFLUID
Check the fluid level on the dipstick. If necessary, add
automatic transmission fluid DEXRONII or III.

CHASSIS
362If the vehicle has been driven around 80 km/h (50 mph) for
20 minutes (a little more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is
hot (60C ± 80C or 140F ± 175F). You may also check
the level when the fluid is cold (about room temperature,
10 C ± 30C or 50F ± 85 F) if the engine has not been run
for about five hours.
1. Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
2. Remove the filler cap by turning it counterclockwise and
wipe the dipstick clean.
3. Reinstall the filler cap.
4. Remove the filler cap again and look at the fluid level. If
the fluid is cold, the level should be in the ºCOLDº range on
the dipstick. Similarly, if it is hot, the fluid level should be in
the ºHOTº range. If the level is at the low side of either range,
add automatic transmission fluid DEXRON
II or III to bring
the level within the range. 5. After replacing the filler cap, visually check the steering
box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.