Power steering fluid, Power steering fluid -38, Power steering – CHEVROLET 2009 Suburban User Manual

Page 438: Fluid, When to check power steering fluid, How to check power steering fluid

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If the vehicle has electric cooling fans, you may hear the
fans spinning at low speed during most everyday driving.
The fans may turn off if no cooling is required. Under
heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing, and/or high outside
temperatures, or if you are operating the air conditioning
system, the fans may change to high speed and you
may hear an increase in fan noise. This is normal and
indicates that the cooling system is functioning properly.
The fans will change to low speed when additional
cooling is no longer required.

Power Steering Fluid

If the vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode
Hybrid manual for more information.

See Engine Compartment
Overview
on page 5-14 for
reservoir location.

When to Check Power Steering Fluid

It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid
unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or
you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system
could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected
and repaired.

How to Check Power Steering Fluid

To check the power steering fluid:

1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment

cool down.

2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean.

3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a

clean rag.

4. Replace the cap and completely tighten it.

5. Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on

the dipstick.

The level should be at the FULL COLD mark.
If necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the
level up to the mark.

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