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Flushing

If dirt is found in the steering gear, flush the power steering pump as follows:
1. Make sure all other hoses are connected, then disconnect the power steering pressure hose at the steering gear.
2. Place the power steering pressure hose in a container.
3. Fill the power steering pump reservoir with Premium Power Steering Fluid E6AZ-19582-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESW-M2C33F.
4. Disconnect the two distributor electrical connectors.
5. While adding approximately 1.9 liters (2.0 quarts) of fluid, turn ignition switch to the START position, and crank the engine with the starter motor. As soon as all fluid has been added, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
6. Attach the power steering pressure hose at the steering gear.
7. Check the fluid level.
8. Crank the engine with the starter motor and add fluid until the level remains constant.
9. Connect the two distributor electrical connectors.
10. Start the engine and turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock to expel any air trapped in the system. This will restore normal steering action.
11. Turn OFF the engine and check the fluid level. Add power steering fluid as needed.