Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
Use the table below, with suspected areas listed in numerical order, to determine the cause of the problem. Inspect and repair or replace parts as necessary according to the steps on the following pages.
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE - POWER STEERING SYSTEM
| Symptom |
Suspected Area |
| Hard steering |
- Tires (Improperly inflated)
- Power steering fluid level (Low)
- Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
- Steering system Joints (Worn)
- Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
- Steering column (Binding)
- Vane pump assy
- Power steering link assy
|
| Poor return |
- Tires (Improperly inflated)
- Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
- Steering column (Binding)
- Power steering link assy
- Steering system Joints (Worn)
- Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
|
| Excessive play |
- Steering system joints (Worn)
- Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
- Steering intermediate shaft sub-assy (Worn)
- Sliding yoke (Worn)
- Front wheel bearing (Worn)
- Power steering link assy
|
| Abnormal noise |
- Power steering fluid level (Low)
- Steering system joints (Worn)
- Vane pump assy
- Power steering link assy
|