Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem. Likely causes of the problem are indicated in descending order. Check each suspected area in order. Repair or replace the faulty parts or perform adjustments as necessary.
POWER STEERING SYSTEM
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS CHART
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See article |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | Tires (Improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Power steering fluid level (Low) | POWER STEERING SYSTEM | |
| Drive belt (Loose) | - | |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | REMOVAL | |
| Steering column (Binding) | REMOVAL | |
| Power steering vane pump | VANE PUMP | |
| Power steering gear | RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR | |
| Poor return | Tires (Improperly inflated) | INSPECTION |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Steering column (Binding) | REMOVAL | |
| Power steering gear | RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR | |
| Excessive play | Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | REMOVAL | |
| Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn) | - | |
| Front wheel bearing (Worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Power steering gear | RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR | |
| Abnormal noise | Power steering fluid level (Low) | POWER STEERING SYSTEM |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Power steering vane pump | VANE PUMP | |
| Power steering gear | RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR |