POWER STEERING SYSTEM PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Tech Tips
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.
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See page |
|---|---|---|
| Hard steering | Tires (Improperly inflated) | |
| Power steering fluid level (Low) | ||
| Drive belt (Loose) | ||
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | ||
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | ||
| Steering column (Binding) | - | |
| Power steering vane pump vane pump | ||
| Power steering gear | ||
| Poor return | Tires (Improperly inflated) | |
| Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) | ||
| Steering column (Binding) | - | |
| Power steering gear | ||
| Excessive play | Steering system joints (Worn) | - |
| Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) | ||
| Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn) | - | |
| Front wheel bearing (Worn) | ||
| Power steering gear | ||
| Abnormal noise | Power steering fluid level (Low) | |
| Steering system joints (Worn) | - | |
| Power steering vane pump | ||
| Power steering gear | ||