Section 5 - Maintenance
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NOTE: After the drive has been operated and the gear lube is hot, the fluid will expand and
may reach the "MAX OPERATING LEVEL" line (hot full line).
"MAX OPERATING LEVEL" line (hot full line).
Steering Actuator and Trim—Hydraulic Oil
The steering actuator and trim system use a common hydraulic pump, filtering system, and
hydraulic oil storage reservoir for lubrication and pressure. The pump, filter, and storage
system are the same on all models. For specific procedures, refer to Checking, Filling,
and Changing.
Checking
1. Using a clean, lint‑free cloth, wipe the dirt and debris away from the cap and exterior
of the steering actuator and trim fluid reservoir.
NOTE: The direction to rotate the cap to open or close is imprinted on the top of the cap.
2. Push down and turn the reservoir cap and dipstick about 1/3 turn in the open
direction.
a - Reservoir cap and dipstick
b - Open direction
c - Close direction
3. Lift the cap and dipstick from the neck of the reservoir.