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Problem Symptoms Table

Use the table below, with suspected areas listed in numerical order, to determine the cause of the problem. Inspect and replace or repair parts as necessary.

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE - STEERING SYSTEM

Symptom Suspect Area
Hard steering
  1. Tires (Improperly inflated)
  2. Power steering fluid level (Low)
  3. Drive belt (Loose)
  4. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
  5. Steering system joints (Worn)
  6. Suspension arm sub assy lower No. 1 (Worn)
  7. Steering column (Binding) Bound
  8. Power steering vane pump
  9. Power steering gear
Poor return
  1. Tires (Improperly inflated)
  2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
  3. Steering column (Binding) Bound
  4. Power steering gear
Excessive play
  1. Steering system joints (Worn)
  2. Suspension arm sub assy lower No. 1 (Worn)
  3. Front wheel bearing (Worn)
  4. Power steering gear
Abnormal noise
  1. Power steering fluid level (Low)
  2. Steering system joints (Worn)
  3. Power steering vane pump
  4. Power steering gear