Check Power Steering Level: 1997 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8L V6
Mercury Cougar Model Years - 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997
Location of power steering reservoir to determine if fluid is low
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The video above shows you the steps needed to check the power steering fluid level in your 1997 Mercury Cougar. Checking the power steering fluid level in your Cougar is relatively easy and should be done once a month or if you are experienced difficulty turning the wheel or steering your Cougar. Your Cougar should be parked on a level surface and your 3.8 liter engine should be cold to the touch.
If the power steering fluid level in your Cougar is low, fill it up to the maximum line with power steering fluid and check it again in a week to determine if you have a leak. The power steering fluid reservoir will typically have a symbol of a steering wheel on the cap. Likewise, if your Cougar has electric power steering, you may see a steering wheel picture with an explanation point next to it on your dashboard to indicate power steering problems.
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