7M-GE Engine
Check the fluid level through the reservoir. If necessary, add DEXRON®-II automatic transmission fluid.
If the vehicle has been driven around 80 km/h (50 mph) for about 20 minutes ( a little more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is hot (60^oC-80^oCC (140^oF-175^oF). you may also check the level when the fluid is cold (about room temperature, 10^oC-30^oC or 50^oF-85^oF) if the engine has not been run for about five hours.
Clean all dirt from outside of the reservoir tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid is cold, the level should be in the "COLD" range. 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 DEXRON®-II automatic transmission fluid to bring the level within the range.
To remove the filler cap, turn it counterclockwise and lift up. to reinstall it, turn it clockwise. After replacing the filler 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:
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering could be damaged.

7M-GTE Engine
Check the fluid level on the dipstick. If necessary, add DEXRON®-II automatic transmission fluid.
If the vehicle has been driven around 80 km/h (50 mph) for about 20 minutes ( a little more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is hot (60^oC-80^oCC (140^oF-175^oF). you may also check the level when the fluid is cold (about room temperature, 10^oC-30^oC or 50^oF-85^oF) if the engine has not been run for about five hours.

1. Clean all the dirt from outside of the reservoir tank.
2. Remove the filler cap by turning it counterclockwise and wipe the dipstick clean.
3. Reinstall the filler cap.
4. Remove the filler 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 DEXRON®-II automatic transmission fluid to bring the level within the range.
5. After replacing the filler cap, visually check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage.

NOTICE:
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering could be damaged.