DIY Project step by step with pics
CK2A LancerMaterials needed:
2 jack stands1 catch can for used fluid - an old oil container or large water bottle, bucket etc will do
1 long piece of hose as a bleeder line (we chose a transparent hose to observe the colour of the fluid as it was pumped)
funnel1 1/2 quarts of power steering\transmission fluid1 syringeragsold newspapersscrewdrivers\pliers to remove and fasten hose clamps
Fluid used:
AMSOIL Synthetic Universal Automatic Transmission Fluid
1. Jack up car such that both front wheels are off the ground - jack stands are an asset
2. Disconnect power steering return line to reservoir and connect bleeder line.Connect the bleeder line to the tubing coming from the rack, as this is where the old fluid will be drained from.
When you do this, the fluid from the reservoir will pour out, so be ready to plug it quickly as well as connecting the bleeder line. A pair of extra hands will be useful.
Be ready with the bleeder line to connect quickly while simultaneously plugging the line from the reservoir.
Place catch can to collect the fluid from the reservoir
3. Remove reservoir strainerThis is a good opportunity to remove and clean the strainer
you can see the dirty strainer:
Dirty Strainer:
4. Wash out the strainerHold it under a pipe and let the water run through it. Try to get the direction of the running water to push out the particles, as opposed to pushing them in.
allow to dry while performing the rest of the job.
Avoid excessive water pressure so as to not damage the strainer element - it is a soft plastic after all
Clean strainer:
If you have a can of compressed air or even a reversible household vaccum, you can use it to blow out any water in the filter. A hair dryer will assist in drying the strainer on a day without much sun.
5. Plug or adjust the line connected at the bottom of the reservoir such that new fluid poured into the reservoir will not leak out. We chose to angle it upwards. You can see in the pic it is angled upwards:
6. Pour new fluid into reservoirPlace the funnel over the reservoir, or just pour from the bottle if your aim is good.
7. With engine off, turn steering wheel side-to-side, while topping up the reservoirDo not start the engine at this stage. From previous experience, the pressure from the power steering pump sprays fluid all over the place and depletes the new fluid in the reservoir incredibly fast, faster than you can supply fresh fluid via the funnel\bottle.
An extra pair of clean hands come in handy to turn the steering while you top up the reservoir
Observe the colour of the old\dirty\contaminated fluid in the transparent tubing and catch can
Note: When the steering wheel is completely turned to one side (full lock) and begins to turn in the other direction, some fluid will be sucked back into the rack, but after ~ 1/4 turn the fluid once again flows out of the rack.8. Keep doing this until the fluid draining into the catch can is the same colour as the new fluid Observe the colour of the fluid in the bleeder line become the same as the new fluid
9. Reconnect the hoses as they wereThis has to be done quickly and there will be some fluid spillage.
10. Top up the reservoir11. Remove trapped air from the linesWith the engine off, turn the steering from side to side until no air bubbles up from the reservoir.
Once again, do not start the engine, as this will cause the pump to force out any trapped air bubbles, spraying fluid all over the place.
The reservoir must be uncapped to allow the air bubbles to escape.
12. After all air bubbles have been purged, cap the reservoir and start the engine13. Remove any excess fluid from the reservoirA syringe can be used, or a bit of suction via a hose
14. Cap the reservoir and measure the level of fluid - top up to a healthy level.
Dirty FluidDirty Fluid mixed with new fluid:Reason for old newspaper and rags:SPECIAL THANKS TO:
MISHI, Dave, krack korn, saltydog and
Sanctifier for Tech advice
and
Rudman for the facilities
KB8 L200 SporteroFluid used:
AMSOIL Synthetic Universal Automatic Transmission Fluid
1. Jack up truck such that both front wheels are off the ground - jack stands are an asset
2. Locate and disconnect power steering return line to reservoir and connect bleeder line.When you do this, the fluid from the reservoir will pour out, so be ready to plug it quickly as well as connecting the bleeder line.
No need for bleeder line as the return hose coming from the rack will allow the old fluid to be drained.
Place catch can to collect the fluid from the reservoir
Really dirty fluid stains the plastic reservoir - looks like it is still filled
3. Observe dirty reservoir strainer - Cannot be removed as in the CK2 Lancer above. Will have to be cleaned in place4. Remove and Wash out the reservoir with kerosenereally badly stained and dirty will not clean properly with kerosene, so bring in heavier stuff - Carburettor or intake cleaner
when done, reservoir will be clean
Rinse out clean reservoir with some clean fluid to flush out any remaining carb cleaner - IMPORTANT - the carb cleaner dissolves the ATF, so make sure and rinse it all out as you do not want the carb cleaner mixing with your new ATF when added
5. Plug or adjust the line connected at the bottom of the reservoir such that new fluid poured into the reservoir will not leak out. We chose to plug it with a piev=ce of plastic and tie strap. 6. Pour new fluid into reservoirPlace the funnel over the reservoir, or just pour from the bottle if your aim is good.
7. With engine off, turn steering wheel side-to-side, while topping up the reservoir. Observe the old fluid being pumped outDo not start the engine at this stage. From previous experience, the pressure from the power steering pump sprays fluid all over the place and depletes the new fluid in the reservoir incredibly fast, faster than you can supply fresh fluid via the funnel\bottle.
An extra pair of clean hands come in handy to turn the steering while you top up the reservoir
Observe the colour of the old\dirty\contaminated fluid
Note: When the steering wheel is completely turned to one side (full lock) and begins to turn in the other direction, some fluid will be sucked back into the rack, but after ~ 1/4 turn the fluid once again flows out of the rack.8. Keep doing this until the fluid draining into the catch can is the same colour as the new fluid Observe the colour of the fluid in the bleeder line become the same as the new fluid
9. Reconnect the hoses as they wereThis has to be done quickly and there will be some fluid spillage.
10. Top up the reservoir11. Remove trapped air from the linesWith the engine off, turn the steering from side to side until no air bubbles up from the reservoir.
Once again, do not start the engine, as this will cause the pump to force out any trapped air bubbles, spraying fluid all over the place.
The reservoir must be uncapped to allow the air bubbles to escape.
12. After all air bubbles have been purged, cap the reservoir and start the engine13. Remove any excess fluid from the reservoirA syringe can be used, or a bit of suction via a hose
14. Cap the reservoir and measure the level of fluid - top up to a healthy level.
Dirty Fluid - Right, Clean Fluid - LeftEnjoy your hard work in a satisfying DIY job