Hydraulic System Bleeding

1994 Hyundai Excel GS, StandardSECTION Hydraulic System Bleeding
  1. Jack up front of vehicle. Turn oil pump pulley several times by hand. Turn steering wheel from left to right 5-6 times. Disconnect coil high tension wire. Crank engine intermittently for 15-20 seconds, while turning steering wheel left and right. Connect coil high tension wire. Start engine and let it idle. Turn steering wheel left and right until there are no air bubbles in the oil reservoir.
  2. Check fluid level and ensure fluid is not milky. Turn steering wheel left and right, and ensure fluid level does not change. If fluid level changes more than .2" (5 mm) or if noise is heard from pump and control valve, fill with fluid to MAX mark on dipstick.
  3. Repeat step 2) until air bubbles are no longer present in fluid and fluid level ceases to fluctuate more than .2" (5 mm).
CAUTION: DO NOT hold steering wheel at full lock left or right for more than 10 seconds.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.