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 TABLE
| Symptom | Suspected area | Information |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | Tire (Improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Power steering fluid level (Low) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Drive belt (Loose) | - | |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | ADJUSTMENT | |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | REMOVAL | |
| Steering column (Binding) (for Manual Tilt) | REMOVAL | |
| Steering column (Binding) (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic) | REMOVAL | |
| Power steering vane pump assembly | REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear | REMOVAL | |
| Poor return | Tire (Improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | ADJUSTMENT | |
| Steering column (Binding) (for Manual Tilt) | REMOVAL | |
| Steering column (Binding) (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic) | REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear | REMOVAL | |
| Excessive free play | Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | REMOVAL | |
| Front wheel bearing (Worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Intermediate shaft, sliding yoke (Worn) | - | |
| Power steering gear | REMOVAL | |
| Abnormal noise | Power steering fluid level (Low) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Power steering vane pump assembly | REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear | REMOVAL |