Power steering - Check the oil level

AP46.00-P-4612CW

Power steering - Check the oil level

28.04.2016

Model

204

Shown on engine 156 in model 204

1

Cap

1a

Oil dipstick

2

Expansion reservoir

Shown on engine 271 in model 204

1

Cap

1a

Oil dipstick

2

Expansion reservoir

Illustration shows engine 272 in model 204

1

Cap

1a

Oil dipstick

2

Expansion reservoir

Shown on engine 276 in model 204

1

Cap

1a

Oil dipstick

2

Expansion reservoir

Shown on engine 642 in model 204

1

Cap

1a

Oil dipstick

2

Expansion reservoir

Shown on engine 646 in model 204

1

Cap

1a

Oil dipstick

2

Expansion reservoir

Shown on engine 651 in model 204 without code 211 (Direct-Steer system)

1

Cap

1a

Oil dipstick

2

Expansion reservoir

Shown on engine 651 in model 204 with code 211 (Direct-Steer system)

1

Cap

1a

Oil dipstick

2

Expansion reservoir

 Danger !

Risk of injury to skin or eyes from hydraulic fluid spraying out under pressure.Risk of poisoning from swallowing hydraulic fluid.

Depressurize hydraulic system completely before starting any work on it. Wear protective clothing and safety glasses.

AS00.00-Z-0013-01A

Preparatory activity

1

Switch electronic ignition lock control unit to position "0"

2

Open engine hood

Model 204



Model 204.3

AR88.40-P-1000EW

 Model 204.3
with code U60 (Active Bonnet (Pedestrian protection))
Moving the engine hood to the vertical position:
Detach left and right clamping levers at the upper left and right hinges.



Remove

3

Remove upper engine cover

Vehicle with upper engine cover.

4

Remove front engine cover

Vehicle with front engine cover.

5

Remove cylinder head cover trim

Model 204 with engine 646
Model 204 with engine 651
except code 211 (Direct-Steer system)



Model 204 with engine 646

AR01.20-P-5014-02A



Model 204 with engine 651
except code 211 (Direct-Steer system)

AR01.20-P-5014-02CD

6

Push cap (1) of expansion reservoir (2) for power steering downwards, rotate through 90° to left and take off


Before opening the power steering hydraulic system, thoroughly clean the area surrounding the connecting point.
Even the smallest particles of dirt can lead to malfunctions and damage to hydraulic components.

7

Use lint-free cloth to wipe off oil dipstick (1a)



Install

8

Push cap (1) of power steering expansion reservoir (2) downwards, rotate through 90° to right, to seal the expansion reservoir (2)



Check

9

Remove cap (1) and read off oil level on oil dipstick (1a)


The oil dipstick (1a) must be held in an upright position.
Measurement errors can occur otherwise.

 The oil level must be between the "MIN" and "MAX" markings that correspond to the oil temperature.

If oil level is too low



Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.



Install

10

Seal expansion reservoir (2) with cap (1)

11

install trim panel of cylinder head cover

Model 204 with engine 646
Model 204 with engine 651
except code 211 (Direct-Steer system)



Model 204 with engine 646

AR01.20-P-5014-02A



Model 204 with engine 651
except code 211 (Direct-Steer system)

AR01.20-P-5014-02CD

12

Fit front engine cover

Vehicle with front engine cover.

13

Remove upper engine cover

Vehicle with upper engine cover.

Finishing activity

14

Close engine hood

Model 204



Model 204.3

AR88.40-P-1000EW

 Model 204.3
with code U60 (Active Bonnet (Pedestrian protection))
Moving the engine hood to the vertical position:
Detach left and right clamping levers at the upper left and right hinges.