Problem Symptoms Table
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely causes of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, repair or replace the faulty parts.
| Symptom | Suspected Area | Refer to |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | 1. Tires (Improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| 2. Power steering fluid level (Low) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - Step 3 | |
| 3. Drive belt (Loose) | Refer to INSTALLATION | |
| 4. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| 5. Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| 6. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| 7. Steering column (Binding) | Refer to INSTALLATION | |
| 8. Power steering vane pump | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| 9. Power steering gear | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Poor return | 1. Tires (Improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| 2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| 3. Steering column (Binding) | Refer to INSTALLATION | |
| 4. Power steering gear | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Excessive free play | 1. Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| 2. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| 3. Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn) | Refer to DISASSEMBLY | |
| 4. Front wheel bearing (Worn) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 5. Power steering gear | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Abnormal noise | 1. Power steering fluid level (Low) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - Step 3 |
| 2. Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| 3. Power steering vane pump | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| 4. Power steering gear | Refer to REMOVAL |