Get DIY - Engine and Chassis -> Checking brake / power steering fluid Guide for Toyota Aurion 4 Door First Generation (2006-2012)

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE -- ENGINE AND CHASSIS

Checking the radiator and

condenser

Checking the brake fluid level

If the radiator or the condenser is extremely

dirty or you are not sure of their condition,

take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer.

CAUTION

To prevent burning yourself, be careful

not to touch the radiator or condenser

when the engine is hot.

Minimum

NOTICE

Maximum

To prevent damage to the radiator and

condenser, do not perform the work by

yourself.

To check the fluid level, simply look at the

see-through reservoir. See “Engine com-

partment overview”, on page 250 in Sec-

tion 7- 1 for the location of the brake fluid

reservoir. The level should be between the

“MAX” and “MIN” lines on the reservoir.

It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down

slightly as the brake pads wear. So be sure

to keep the reservoir filled.

If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may

indicate a serious mechanical problem.

If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or

FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the

brake reservoir.

Remove and replace the reservoir cover by

hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted line.

This brings the fluid to the correct level when

you put the cover back on.

Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once

opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from

the air, and excess moisture can cause a

dangerous loss of braking.

CAUTION

Take care when filling the reservoir be-

cause brake fluid can harm your eyes

and damage painted surfaces. If fluid

gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with

clean water, and seek medical assist-

ance.

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Checking the power steering

fluid level

NOTICE

If you spill the fluid, be sure to wash it

off with water to prevent it from damag-

ing the parts or paint.

If hot

normal

If cold

normal

If hot add

If cold add

Check the fluid level through the reser-

voir. See “Engine compartment over-

view”, on page 250 in Section 7- 1 for the

location of the power steering reservoir.

If necessary, add automatic transmission

fluid DEXRONrII or III.

If the vehicle has been driven around 80 km/h

for 20 minutes (a little more in low tempera-

tures), the fluid is hot (60_C—80_C). You

may also check the level when the fluid is

cold (about room temperature, 10_C—30_C)

if the engine has not been run for about five

hours.

Clean any dirt from the outside of the reser-

voir tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid

is cold, the level should be in the “COLD”

range. Similarly, if it is hot, the fluid level

should be in the “HOT” range. If the level is

at the low side of either range, add automatic

transmission fluid DEXRONrII or III to bring

the level within the range.

To remove the filler cap, turn it counterclock-

wise and lift up. To reinstall it, turn it clock-

wise. After replacing the filler cap, visually

check the steering box case, vane pump and

hose connections for leaks or damage.

CAUTION

The reservoir tank may be hot so be

careful not to burn yourself.

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