Problem Symptoms Table

Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in the order shown. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS

Symptom/Suspect Area

See

Hard Steering

Tires (Improperly Inflated)

⁽¹⁾

Power Steering Fluid Level (Low)

⁽²⁾

Drive Belt (Loose)

⁽³⁾

Front Wheel Alignment (Incorrect)

⁽⁴⁾

Steering System Joints (Worn)

.....

Suspension Arm Ball Joints (Worn)

⁽⁵⁾

Steering Column (Binding)

.....

Power Steering Vane Pump

⁽⁶⁾

Power Steering Gear

⁽⁷⁾

Poor Return

Tires (Improperly Inflated)

⁽¹⁾

Front Wheel Alignment (Incorrect)

⁽⁴⁾

Steering Column (Binding)

.....

Power Steering Gear

⁽⁷⁾

Excessive Play

Steering System Joints (Worn)

.....

Suspension Arm Ball Joints (Worn)

⁽⁵⁾

Intermediate Shaft, Sliding Yoke (Worn)

.....

Front Wheel Bearing (Worn)

⁽⁸⁾

Power Steering Gear

⁽⁷⁾

Abnormal Noise

Power Steering Fluid Level (Low)

⁽²⁾

Steering System Joints (Worn)

.....

Power Steering Vane Pump

⁽⁶⁾

Power Steering Gear

⁽⁷⁾

⁽¹⁾	INSPECT TIRE

⁽²⁾	INSPECTION

⁽³⁾	INSPECTION

⁽⁴⁾	SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES

⁽⁵⁾	FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT

⁽⁶⁾	POWER STEERING VANE PUMP

⁽⁷⁾	POWER STEERING GEAR

⁽⁸⁾	FRONT AXLE HUB