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how to check power steering fluid

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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 03:31 PM
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I just wanted to know if anyone can tell me how to read the power steering fluid lvl on a 2002 GS 300... I dont know how to read the dipstick on the cap it says cold on one side and hot on the other but again I dont know how to read it I just want to know if I'm at the proper lvl or not... thnx in advance
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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 05:40 PM
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The hot line is the side you read when the engine has ran for a while and is at operating temp.
The cold line is the side you read when the car has not run and the engine is cold.
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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 10:04 PM
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Originally Posted by jcastaneda
the hot line is the side you read when the engine has ran for a while and is at operating temp.
The cold line is the side you read when the car has not run and the engine is cold.
+1.............
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Old Feb 21, 2011 | 09:10 AM
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if u ever need a good easy way to change it, vince made a GREAT DIY..




http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUD0cjNcqFk
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