1995 Lexus GS300 power steering fluid

SECTION 6 – 3
185
SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Chassis
Specifications186 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking brake fluid188 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking power steering fluid189 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking tire pressure190 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rotating tires191 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing tires191 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing snow tires and chains193 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing wheels194 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aluminum wheel precautions195 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHASSIS
187 − STEERING
Freeplay
Power steering fluid
Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON®−II
− TIRES AND WHEELS
Tire size
Tire inflation pressure
Recommended cold tire inflation pressure
Wheel size
Wheel nut torque
P215 / 60R16 94V
Front 210 kPa (2.1 kg / cm
2 or bar, 30 psi)
Rear 210 kPa (2.1 kg / cm2 or bar, 30 psi)
For sustained high speeds above 160 kg / h (100 mph), in
countries where such speeds are permitted by law, add 90
kPa (1.0 kg / cm
2, 0.9 bar, 13 psi) to the front tires and rear
tires, but never exceed the maximum cold tire pressure
molded on the tire sidewall.
16 x 7 1 / 2 JJ
103 N
.m (10.5 kgf.m, 76 ft.lb.)

CHASSIS
189
CHECKING POWER STEERING
FLUID
Check the fluid level on the dipstick. If necessary, add
automatic transmission fluid DEXRON®− II.
If the vehicle has been driven around 80 km / h (50 mph) for 20
minutes (a little more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is hot
(60
C − 80
C or 140
F − 175
F). You may also check the level
when the fluid is cold (about room temperature, 10
C − 30
C
or 50
F − 85
F) if the engine has not been run for about five
hours.
If cold O.K.If cold add
If hot O.K.
If hot add
a. Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
b. Remove the filler cap by turning it counterclockwise and
wipe the dipstick clean.
c. Reinstall the filler cap.
d. Remove the filler cap again and look at the fluid level. If the
fluid is cold, the level should be in the “COLD” range on the
dipstick. Similarly, if it is hot, the fluid level should be in the
“HOT” range. If the level is at the low side of either range, add
automatic transmission fluid DEXRON
®− II to bring the level
within the range.
e. After replacing the filler cap, visually check the steering box
case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage.
CAUTION:
The reservoir may be hot so be careful not to burn
yourself.
NOTICE:
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering could be
damaged.