Motorvac SteerClean-II 500-7100 User manual

MPS 7100
STEERCLEAN-II
Manual P/N 100-7100
Rev. A, 2006
MOTORVAC
TECHNOLOGIES INC.
SteerClean-II
Power Steering Service System
Operator Manual
MODEL #500-7100

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Table of Contents
Introduction........................................................................................................................................... v
Overview................................................................................................................................................ 7
System Features and Functions ......................................................................................................1-1
Control Panel Features and Functions .........................................................................................1-2
Left View .......................................................................................................................................1-3
Right View…………………………………………………………………………………………………1-4
Training (S.T.O.P.) Mode …………………………………………...................................................1-5
In Case of Emergency …………………………………………........................................................ 1-6
Safety Information .............................................................................................................................2-1
Before You Begin...............................................................................................................................3-1
First Time Operation .....................................................................................................................3-1
Service Procedure .............................................................................................................................4-1
Selling the SteerClean-II Service......................................................................................................5-1
Troubleshooting and Additional Help .............................................................................................6-1
Appendix A - Maintenance............................................................................................................... A-1
Maintenance Procedures ..............................................................................................................A-1
Cleaning the Unit’s Filter Screen ………………………………………………………………………A-1
Maintenance Record .....................................................................................................................A-3
Appendix B - System Accessories .................................................................................................B-1
Adapter Kits ………………………………………………………………………………………..……..B-
1
Appendix C - Parts ........................................................................................................................... C-1
Service Parts ............................................................................................................................... C-1
Ordering Parts……………………………………………………………………………………………C-1

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Introduction
Congratulations on your selection of the MotorVac STEERCLEAN-II Service System. By
choosing this product, you are acquiring the most technologically advanced method available
for power steering service and fluid exchange.
The STEERCLEAN-II System is a self-contained system; designed to service virtually all
power steering systems. Once the unit is connected, it can be used to exchange all the old
power steering fluid with new, while flushing and conditioning the fluid at the same time.
With the engine idling, simply push the Start button and follow the verbal commands. The
STEERCLEAN-II Service System is designed to be fast, easy, and highly profitable. How
profitable is up to you! Every car or truck that comes into your shop with over 30,000 miles
is a potential customer. This service is also recommended every two years. But the key to
profit is to sell the service, so we have included a detailed sales procedure at the end of this
manual.
It is recommended that a vehicle’s power steering system be serviced every 30,000 miles or
every two years (Or according to the vehicle owner’s manual) to obtain the highest lubricant
protection, to reduce friction and wear from internal components, and thus increase the
efficiency and life span of the power steering system to it’s maximum.
Please study this Operators Manual to become thoroughly familiar with the STEERCLEAN-
II Power Steering Service System.
IMPORTANT
The STEERCLEAN-II Service System is designed to work
EXCLUSIVELY
with MotorVac Products.
Use of other chemicals during this process may cause operational failure of
the STEERCLEAN-II System and voids the manufacturer’s warranty.
See warranty card for details.

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Overview
This manual contains all the information you need to use the STEERCLEAN-II System.
Please make sure all technicians using the unit read this manual and have it within easy
reach whenever the unit is being used.
The following is a quick reference to the information in this manual:
System Features and Functions
This chapter describes the STEERCLEAN-II Service System’s Switches, Lights
and Connections.
Safety Information
Adhere to the safety guidelines in this chapter at all times!
Before You Begin
Follow the instructions in this chapter before using the unit for the first time.
Service Procedure
This chapter contains step-by-step setup and service procedure for using the unit
to flush the vehicle’s power steering system fluid completely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful information to common questions.
Troubleshooting and Additional Help
Turn to this chapter in the unlikely event you have problems with your
STEERCLEAN-II System or need additional help.
Appendices - Maintenance, Accessories, and Parts
The appendices contain routine maintenance procedures for the STEERCLEAN-II
System, such as cleaning the filter screen, lists of available accessories,
replacement parts.

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System Features and Functions
The front of the MotorVac SteerClean-II cabinet
showing the control panel, waste hose, service
hoses and sink.

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Control Panel Features and Functions
A. Start Button Press the Start button to begin the service, (or
continue the service if paused.)
B. STOP Button To momentarily STOP the service, press the STOP
button. The “Running” light will blink indicating “pause”.
Use the STOP button to access the Training (S.T.O.P.)
mode. (Hold the STOP button down and then connect to the
vehicle battery.)
C. Drain Button When pushed, will empty the on-board waste fluid
tank.
NOTE: Tank must be emptied after each service. The waste fluid
tank must be emptied before a new service can be started. Flashing
DRAIN TANK Light will indicate need to empty tank.
D. System Lights Illuminate during service indicating each procedure
running at the time.
E. Low Battery Light Illuminates below 12.0 volts.
F. Circuit Breaker The 10 amp circuit breaker protects the electronics.
G. Fluid Tanks Cleaner and Power Steering fluid tanks.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G

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Left View
A. Battery Cables Positive (red) and negative (black) battery
connections.
B. check valve Disposal hose check valve to minimize fluid spill.
C. Waste fluid hose Allows flow from Waste tank to oil disposal container.
A
B
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Right View
A. Sink Stores the “wand” and acts as waste tank overflow.
B. Service Hoses New and used fluid delivery hoses
C. Wand Inserts into the vehicles power steering reservoir.
A
B
C

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Training (S.T.O.P.) Mode
The MotorVac Power Steering Fluid Exchange machine has been designed with its own
training mode, to allow technicians to learn the operating procedure without having to
connect it to a car, or actually exchange fluid. This allows the technician to become
comfortable with the procedure, before servicing a customers car.
To enter the S.T.O.P. mode (for Supplemental Training On Premises);
continued next page
Now you can watch and listen, as the SteerClean-II goes through
its paces. You can actually hear the voice prompts, and watch the
indicator lights just as you would during a real fluid exchange. The
only difference is that no fluid is transferred during the STOP
procedure. Go through the STOP procedure as often as you like,
until you are comfortable with the entire procedure. When done,
reset the batter
y
connections.
Press and hold the STOP button while connecting power cord to battery.

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In Case of Emergency…...
Suppose the wand falls out of the reservoir…
Or the engine stalls…Or the phone rings…
If you cannot continue performing the service or
something happens that requires you to stop the
service momentarily, press the STOP button.
After pushing the STOP button, the Running
light will begin to blink, telling you the
machine has been ‘paused’, and go solid
when the Start button is pushed.
Once you are ready to restart the service,
press the Start button and the service will
continue from where it left off.

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Safety Information and
Precautions
/!\ DANGER
Vehicle exhaust gases contain Carbon Monoxide, which is a colorless and odorless lethal gas.
Only run engines in well-ventilated areas and avoid breathing exhaust gases.
Extended breathing of exhaust gases will cause serious injury or death.
/!\ WARNING
Exhaust gases, moving parts, hot surfaces are present during and after the vehicle’s engine is
running. This list is by no means complete. Always pay close attention to the job at hand and
obey all safety procedures.
Read and understand the operator’s manual before using the STEERCLEAN-II Service
system.
When using petroleum products always refer to the MSDS sheets and manufacturer’s
instructions for the proper procedure to handle emergency medical treatment, cleanup,
handling, and storage requirements.
Improper use of the STEERCLEAN-II Service System can cause injury.
Spilled service fluid on an engine can ignite.
Avoid exposure to flames, sparks, hot engine parts, and other ignition sources.
Always keep fully charge fire extinguisher nearby. The extinguisher should have a class B
rating and be suitable for gasoline, chemical, and electrical fires.
Cleanup any oil spills immediately.
Dispose of contaminated cleanup material according to governing environmental laws.
Never look directly into the air induction plenum or carburetor throat when the engine is
operating.
Explosion or flame or exposure to flammable liquid and vapors can cause injury.
Flammable liquid (service fluid) can splash out of reservoir when filling. Steering Fluid
temperatures can reach in excess of 350°F, which can cause serious injury to the human body.
Always keep Reservoir Cap secure except when filling reservoir.
Explosion or flame can cause injury.
Power steering systems may maintain residual pressure in connection lines to and from pump
even after the engine has been turned off.
Wear safety goggles.
Wear chemical resistant gloves when connecting or disconnecting fitting and adapters.
Do not swallow or ingest any chemicals.

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Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing vapors.
Improper use of service fluid can cause injury.
Over exposure can have harmful effect on eyes, skin, respiratory system and possible
unconsciousness and asphyxiation.
Improperly blocked vehicles can move.
Set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
Moving vehicles can cause injury.
Moving engine parts.
The engine cooling fan will cycle on and off depending on the coolant temperature and could
operate without the engine running.
Wear safety goggles.
Always keep objects, clothing, and hands away from the cooling fans and engine parts.
Moving engine parts can cause injury.
Hot surfaces are present during and after running the engine.
Do not contact hot surfaces such as, manifolds, pipes, mufflers, catalytic converters, or
radiators and hoses.
Hot surfaces can cause injury.
Catalytic converters become extremely hot.
Do not park a converter-equipped vehicle over dry grass, leaves, paper, or any other
flammable material.
Do not touch a catalytic converter until the engine has been off for at least 45 minutes.
Catalytic converters can cause burns.
Cracked fan blade can become airborne.
Examine fan blades for cracks. If found, do not service the vehicle.
Flying objects can cause injury.
Batteries produce explosive gases and can explode, resulting in injury.
Wear safety goggles when working on or near batteries.
Use in a well-ventilated area.
Keep sparks and flames away from the battery and never lay tools, equipment, or other
conductive objects on the battery.
When is connecting to the battery, make sure the unit’s power switch is off. Connect the
positive lead of the unit to the positive lead battery first; connect the negative lead of the
unit to a solid ground point as far from the battery as possible.
Keep battery acid away from skin or eyes. In case of eye contact, flush with clean water
for 15 minutes and get medical attention.
Always use a fender cover when working under the hood, to protect vehicles finish.
Rinse any spills with water immediately.

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Before You Begin
First Time Operation
NOTE
This unit has been tested using MotorVac SC8 Superior
Universal Power Steering Fluid, and is ready for service
after receiving inspection of the unit. Operate in above 50
degrees Fahrenheit area. Remember to send in your
warranty card.
NOTE
Check the output/return hoses, battery
connections, and all external components
for damage. See page 1-5 to enter the
Training Mode. This allows the technician
to become comfortable with the procedure
before actually performing a service on a
car

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Beginning the Service……
Performing a Standard Fluid Exchange:
The MotorVac SteerClean-II Power Steering Fluid Exchange machine is designed
to flush all of the old fluid along with any contaminates out of the entire power
steering system, and replace with the MotorVac SC 8 Superior Universal Power
Steering Fluid. For most vehicles, this is as simple as one, two, three.
1 – Connect unit to the vehicles battery
2 – Install the unit’s wand into the vehicles power steering reservoir
3 – Push the start button
Here is the step-by-step procedure for a complete fluid exchange using the
MotorVac SteerClean-II system.
STEP ONE. Remove cap from “Flush
Fluid” tank and pour flush fluid into
tank. (MotorVac SC7) 16 ounces.
Replace cap.
STEP TWO. Remove cap from P/S fluid
tank and pour Power Steering fluid into
tank. (MotorVac SC8) 64 ounces.
Replace cap.

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Standard Fluid Exchange (Continued):
Standard Fluid
STEP FOUR: Connect the unit’s Battery
Cables to the vehicles battery. Red to
positive, black to negative. The Ready
light will now be flashing.
STEP FIVE: Press the Start button. The
Ready light will now go solid. Follow the
audio prompt. Start the engine. When
the Cleaning light is flashing, turn the
steering wheel lock to lock at least twice.
STEP THREE: Remove the cap from the
vehicles Power Steering reservoir and
place the fluid Wand inside. The position
of the ‘short’(suction) hose on the wand
will control the fluid level during the
service.
STEP SIX: Follow the audio prompt.
When the Protecting light is flashing,
turn the steering wheel lock to lock at
least twice.