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
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | Tires (Improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| Power steering fluid level (Low) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - Step 3 | |
| Drive belt (Loose) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - Step 1 | |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Steering column (Binding) | - | |
| Power steering vane pump | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Power steering gear | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Poor return | Tires (Improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| Steering column (Binding) | - | |
| Power steering gear | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Excessive play | Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn) | - | |
| Front wheel bearing (Worn) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Power steering gear | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Abnormal noise | Power steering fluid level (Low) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - Step 3 |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Power steering vane pump | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Power steering gear | Refer to INSPECTION |