1996 Ford Probe Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 245

4. Remove the dipstick to read the power steering fluid level. If the power steering fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the level, until you reach the HIGH line. Do not overfill. To find out how much fluid your vehicle's power steering fluid reservoir will hold, see Refill capacities for fluids in the Index. When you are finished, put the dipstick back in and make sure that it fits snugly. 5. If the power steering fluid is low, do not drive your vehicle for a long period of time before adding fluid. This can damage the power steering pump. If you must check the power steering fluid before it reaches normal operating temperature, make sure that the fluid reaches the "L" (or LOW) line range in the reservoir. The reading will only be accurate if the fluid temperature is approximately 70˚ to 100˚F (21˚ to 38˚C). Air Conditioning Refrigerant Whenever service to the air conditioning system is required, make sure the service facility uses a refrigerant recycling system. These systems will capture the refrigerant for reuse. Releasing certain refrigerants into the atmosphere can damage our environment. Fuses If electrical parts in your vehicle are not working, the system may have been overloaded and blown a fuse. If a fuse blows, all the parts of your vehicle that use the fuse will not work. Your vehicle has two fuse panels. The interior fuse panel is below the instrument panel in front of the driver's door. The main panel is under the hood behind the battery. 248