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Power Steering Fluid Level Inspection And Adding Power Steering Fluid

  1. Check the power steering fluid level. If necessary, fill the fluid reservoir until the level is between the MAX and MIN lines.
    Fig 1: Checking The Power Steering Fluid Level
    G01106071Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then turn the steering wheel from lock to lock 10 times.
  3. Turn the engine off with the wheels in the straight ahead position.
  4. Check the fluid level. If necessary, fill the fluid reservoir until the level is between the MAX and MIN lines.