1997 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 279
1997 Pontiac Firebird Manual
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5 7 Engine .L How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment cool, wipe the capand is the topof the reservoir clean, then unscrew the capand wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at thefluid level on the dipstick. When the engine compartmentis hot, the level should be at the H or HOT mark. When the engine compartment iscool, the level should be at C or FULL COLD m'ark. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See "Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants" in the Index. Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid cause leaks and can damage hoses and seals, The level should beat the FULL COLD mark. If necessary, add only enoughfluid to bringthe level up to the mark. 6-34