POWER STEERING SYSTEM PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Use the table below to help determine the cause of a problem. The likely causes of the problem are indicated in descending order. Check each suspected area in order. Repair or replace faulty parts or perform adjustments as necessary.
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See page |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | Tire (Improperly inflated) | |
| Power steering fluid level (Low) | ||
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | *1 | |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Steering column (Binding) | *2 | |
| Power steering vane pump | ||
| Power steering gear | ||
| Poor return | Tire (Improperly inflated) | |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | *1 | |
| Steering column (Binding) | *2 | |
| Power steering gear | ||
| Excessive free play | Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn) | *2 | |
| Front wheel bearing (Worn) | *3 | |
| Power steering gear | ||
| Abnormal noise | Power steering fluid level (Low) | |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Power steering vane pump | ||
| Power steering gear |
*1: See Pub. No. RM1008E, page 26-2
*2: See Pub. No. RM1008E, page 50-8
*3: See Pub. No. RM1008E, page 30-34