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sshhaallll
Nov 10, 2009, 10:01 AM
I replaced 2 small rubber hose going to a fin style cooler to my power steering on a 2002 Dodge Caravan. I refilled the fluid level but noe the wheel barely turns if you strongarm it. Does the system need to be bled in some way?

TxGreaseMonkey
Nov 10, 2009, 10:08 AM
Jack the front of the vehicle up, place on jack stands, start engine, and slowly turn the steering wheel lock-to-lock several times. This should purge all of the air from the system.

RickMN
Nov 10, 2009, 08:30 PM
Chrysler has a TSB out warning not to use the lock-to-lock method. They want you to vacuum bleed.

Here's the TSB summary

Bleed Chrysler Power steering (http://www.ricksfreeautorepairadvice.com/diagnostics/diagnostic-tips/power-steering-bleeding-procedure-for-most-chrysler-vehicles)

TxGreaseMonkey
Nov 10, 2009, 09:29 PM
Good information to know--thanks, RickMN.