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Pinpoint Test B: Steering Has Lack Of Assist Or Inconsistent Assist - Vehicles With Hydro-Boost®

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  1. B1 CHECK THE STEERING ASSIST WITH THE ENGINE RPM RAISED 
      NOTE: Do not hold the steering wheel at the stops for an extended amount of time. Damage to the power steering pump can occur.
    • Set the engine at 2, 100 RPM and turn the steering wheel fully to the left and right.
    • Is steering assist normal with the engine RPM raised? 
    • Yes  : INSTALL a new power steering pump. REFER to POWER STEERING .
    • No  : GO to B2.
  2. B2 CHECK FOR A CHANGE OF ASSIST ON LEFT AND RIGHT TURNS 
    • With the engine at idle, turn the steering wheel fully to the left and to the right.
    • Does the steering assist change when turning from right to left?