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Problem Symptoms Table

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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. Repair or replace parts as necessary.

POWER STEERING SYSTEM 

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS REFERENCE

Symptom Suspected Area Reference
Hard steering 1. Tires (Improperly inflated) TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM
2. Power steering fluid level (Low) POWER STEERING SYSTEM 
3. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
4. Steering arm ball joints (Worn) -
5. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) INSPECTION
6. Steering column (Binding) -
7. Power steering vane pump VANE PUMP 
8. Power steering gear INSPECTION 
Poor return 1. Tires (Improperly inflated) TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM
2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
3. Steering column (Binding) -
4. Power steering gear INSPECTION 
Excessive free play 1. Steering system joints (Worn) -
2. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) INSPECTION
3. Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn) -
4. Front wheel bearing (Worn) FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
5. Power steering gear INSPECTION 
Abnormal noise 1. Power steering fluid level (Low) POWER STEERING SYSTEM 
2. Steering system joints (Worn) -
3. Power steering vane pump VANE PUMP 
4. Power steering gear INSPECTION