2003 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Page 191

Checking power steering fluid Refilling brake fluid: 1. Turn the motor switch off. 2. Depress the brake pedal more than 40 times. 3. Remove the reservoir cap by hand. Add brake fluid up to the "MAX" line. If you do not follow the procedure above, the reservoir may overflow. 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. Close Open 1. Clean all dirt off the outside of the reservoir. 2. Remove the reservoir cap by turning it counterclockwise and wipe the dipstick clean. 3. Reinstall the reservoir cap. If hot O.K. If cold O.K. If hot add If cold add CAUTION Take care when filling the reservoir because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted surfaces. If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately. If you still feel uncomfortable with your eyes, go to the doctor. Check the fluid level on the dipstick. If necessary, add Toyota P.S fluid EH or equivalent. Use only Toyota P.S fluid EH or equivalent. Otherwise, you may not get expected power assist. You may check the level when the fluid is cold (below 20_C or 68_F). If the vehicle has not been driven for over 5 hours, the fluid is cold. The fluid will be hot (40_C - 80_C or 104_F - 178_F) if you turn the steering wheel from "LOCK" to "LOCK" 10 or more times with the vehicle stopped. 4. Remove the reservoir cap again and look at the fluid level. If the fluid is cold, the level should be in the "COLD" range on the dipstick. 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 Toyota P.S fluid EH or equivalent to bring the level within the range. 5. After replacing the reservoir 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. NOTICE If you spill some of the fluid, be sure to wipe it off to prevent it from damaging the parts or paintwork. NOTICE Avoid overfilling, or the power steering could be damaged. 182