Maintenance and care – Mercury Tracer 1997 User Manual

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CHECKING AND ADDING
POWER STEERING FLUID

Check the power steering fluid at
least twice a year by completing
the following steps:

1. Start the engine.

2. When the engine coolant
temperature gauge reaches the
normal zone, turn off the engine.

3. Visually inspect the fluid level in
the power steering reservoir.

4. If necessary, add power steering
fluid until the fluid level reaches
MAX. Do not overfill the power
steering reservoir.
• As a maintenance precaution,

visually inspect the lines and
hoses of the power steering
system for leaks and damage.

• If new fluid is frequently

required, consult a qualified
service technician.

CHECKING AND ADDING
TRANSAXLE FLUID

Checking and adding automatic
transaxle fluid

Check the automatic transaxle
fluid according to the owner
maintenance checks in the Service
Guide
.

ON

II

ACC I

LOCK

0

START

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