Steering Gear Pressure
NOTE:
Perform STEERING PUMP PRESSURE
test before performing STEERING GEAR PRESSURE test.
- Raise and support vehicle. Install Power Steering Pressure Tester (32-4-000) between pump and flow control regulator. Bleed system. See HYDRAULIC SYSTEM BLEEDING under LUBRICATION. Using a piece of wood, limit steering from reaching full lock position by 1/2-3/4 turn.
- With engine running, pull steering wheel left against wood using 22 lbs. (10 kg) force for 5 seconds (maximum). Read steering gear pressure. Check pressure with steering wheel pulled toward right. If pressure is less than measured pump pressure, replace steering gear.