Hydraulic System Pressure Test
- Connect pressure gauge between steering pump and steering gear. See Fig 1. Ensure gauge can be seen from driving position. Ensure reservoir is full. Start engine.
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- Turn steering wheel to full left and hold for less than 10 seconds, then turn steering wheel to full right and hold for less than 10 seconds. On Saginaw TC with integral reservoir for 850, C70, S70 and V70, pressure should be 1080-1180 psi (76-83 kg/cm2
) and for 960, S90 and V90, pressure should be 1320-1420 psi (93-100 kg/cm2
).