Power Steering System Bleeding Air 6. While turning wheel, check fluid constantly.
NOTE: No bubbles are allowed.
CAUTION: You should bleed after any NOTE: For any sign of bubbles, recheck
component replacement or after disconnecting connections. Repeat step 5.
fluid line in case of steering system noise. 7. Start engine. With engine idling, maintain fluid Bleeding is important to prevent pump damage, to level. Reinstall cap. ensure proper system operation and to stop
steering system noise. 8. Return wheels to centre. Lower front wheels to
NOTE: Inspect steering system. Check, and correct ground.
as needed: 9. Keep engine running for two minutes.
Hoses must not touch any other part of vehicle. 10. Turn steering wheel in both directions.
Hose touching frame, body, or engine could 11. Verify:
cause steering system noise. Smooth power assist
All hose connections must be tight. Loose Noiseless operation
connections might not leak but could allow air into Proper fluid level
system. No system leaks
NOTE: Use only clean, new power steering fluid. Fluid Proper fluid condition (i.e. No bubbles, no must be: foam and no discolouration)
Conventional climate: 12. If all proper conditions apply, procedure is
GM #1052884 - 16 ounce. complete.
GM #1050017 - 32 ounce. 13. If any problem remains, check these special
Cold climate: conditions:
GM #12345866 - 16 ounce. Fluid: If there is foam or bubbles in the fluid.
GM #12345867 - 32 ounce. The fluid must be completely free of bubbles. In step 5, be alert to periodic bubbles that
1. Switch ignition off. could indicate a loose connection or leaky
2. Raise front wheels off ground. O-ring seal in either the return hose or
3. Turn steering wheel full left. pressure hose. Also check for discoloured
4. Fill fluid reservoir to “FULL COLD” level. Leave fluid. Follow the following steps top remedy cap off. the situation: Switch ignition off.
Wait two minutes.
Recheck hose connections.
Repeat steps 7-10 of procedure.
If condition still exists then check: return
hose clamps, return hose O-ring,
pressure hose O-rings and gear cylinder
line O-rings
Noise: If the pump whines or groans then with
engine running, recheck hoses for possible
contact with frame body or engine. If no
contact is found, follow either of the below
methods:
Method one: Normal cool down
Switch engine off.
5. With assistant checking fluid level and condition, Wait for system to cool.
turn steering wheel lock-to-lock at least 20 times. Install reservoir cap.
Engine remains off. Method two: Partial fluid replacement

NOTE: On systems with long return lines or fluid Switch engine off. coolers, turn steering wheel lock-to-lock at least Use a suction device to remove fluid 40 times. from reservoir. Refill with cool, clean fluid.
NOTE: Trapped air may cause fluid to overflow. Install reservoir cap.
Thoroughly clean any spilled fluid to allow for leak NOTE: After either method of cooling, start engine check. and allow engine to come up to operating
NOTE: Keep fluid level at “FULL COLD”. temperature. If noise persists, remove and replace
G27361 en 01/2003 2003.0 BA Falcon
211-00-4 Steering System — General Information 211-00-4

It does help to grease the actual rack & pinion. It cuts down " Rack Chatter ".
I use the Ford fluid R1-424 for all Falcons from EA onwards.