Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate likely causes of the problem in descending order. Check each part in order. If necessary, repair or replace faulty parts.
POWER STEERING SYSTEM
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS CHART
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | 1. Tire (Improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Power steering fluid level (Low) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 3. Drive belt (Loose) | - | |
| 4. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 5. Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| 6. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| 7. Steering column (Binding) | REMOVAL | |
| 8. Power steering vane pump | VANE PUMP | |
| 9. Power steering gear | POWER STEERING LINK | |
| Poor return | 1. Tire (Improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| 2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 3. Steering column (Binding) | REMOVAL | |
| 4. Power steering gear | POWER STEERING LINK | |
| Excessive free play | 1. Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| 2. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| 3. Front wheel bearing (Worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 4. Intermediate shaft, sliding yoke (Worn) | - | |
| 5. Power steering gear | POWER STEERING LINK | |
| Abnormal noise | 1. Power steering fluid level (Low) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION |
| 2. Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| 3. Power steering vane pump | VANE PUMP | |
| 4. Power steering gear | POWER STEERING LINK |