Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in the order they are listed. Replace parts as necessary.
Steering System
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS CHART - STEERING SYSTEM
| Symptom | Suspected Area | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | Tires (Improperly inflated) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM |
| Power steering fluid level (Low) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Drive belt (Loose) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Steering column(binding) | - | |
| Power steering vane pump | INSPECTION | |
| Power steering gear | INSPECTION | |
| Poor return | Tires (Improperly inflated) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Steering column(binding) | - | |
| Power steering gear | INSPECTION | |
| Excessive play | Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn) | - | |
| Front wheel bearing (Worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Power steering gear | INSPECTION | |
| Abnormal noise | Power steering fluid level (Low) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Power steering vane pump | INSPECTION | |
| Power steering gear | INSPECTION |