POWER STEERING SYSTEM 6A-3
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COMPONENT LOCATOR
KAA6A010
1 Steering Wheel
2 Steering Column Shaft
3 Tie Rod End4 Power Steering Gear Rack
5 Intermediate Shaft
6 Power Steering Pump
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6A-4 POWER STEERING SYSTEM
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DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES
POWER STEERING SYSTEM
PRESSURE TEST
Tools Required
124 589 06 21 00 Power Steering Pump Testing Unit
Check the fluid pressure as follow to trouble is in the
pump or gear unit.
Test Procedure
1. Disconnect the pressure hose from the oil pump
and connect a pressure gauge between the oil
pump and pressure hose.
2. Bleed the system. Start the engine and turn the
steering wheel form lock several times until oil
temperature is up to 50 °C.
3. Run the engine at 1,000 rpm.
4. Close the gauge valve fully, and read pressure.
The pump pressure with the valve closed should
be between 7,355 kPa to 8,041 kPa (1,067 psi to
1,166 psi).
Notice: Do not keep the valve closed for more
than 10 seconds.
5. Remove the pressure gauge and connect the pres-
sure hose.
6. Do bleeding procedure.
POWER STEERING SYSTEM
LEAK TEST
General Procedure
Inspect the following :
The power steering fluid reservoir for overfill.
Fluid for aeration and overflow.
The hoses for loose connections.
The torsion bar, stub shaft and adjuster seals for
leaks.
The component sealing surfaces for damage.
Important: Verify the exact point of the leak. The point
from which the fluid is dripping is not necessarily the
point at which the system is leaking. When service is
required, clean the leak area upon disassembly,
replace the leaking seal, check the component sealing
surfaces for damage and reset the torque bolt to
specifications required.
External Leak Check
The purpose of this procedure is to pinpoint the location
of the leak. In some cases, the leak can be easily lo-
cated, but seepage-type leaks may be harder to find.
To locate seepage leaks, use the following method:
1. With the engine off, wipe dry the complete power
steering system.
2. Check the power steering fluid level in the pump’s
reservoir. Adjust the fluid level as necessary.
Refer to “Checking and Adding Fluid” in this
section.
Notice: Do not hold the steering wheel at a stop
for any length of time as this can damage the
power steering pump.
3. Start the engine. Turn the steering wheel counter-
clockwise and clockwise from stop to stop several
times.
4. Find the exact area of the leak and repair it.
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BLEEDING THE POWER
STEERING SYSTEM
1. Disconnect the fuel line. Using a starter motor,
crank the engine and turn the steering wheel from
lock to start 5 or 6 times.
Notice: Do bleeding with engine cranking. If bleed
with idling, there can be a air contact with oil.
2. Connect the fuel feed line and start the engine at
idle speed.
3. Turn the steering wheel from lock to lock until there
is no more air in oil reservoir.
4. Connect the oil level is within specification.
5. By turning the steering wheel left to right, check
the oil level change.
Notice: If oil is not changes more than 5 mm, do
bleeding again. If oil level rises suddenly when
stopped engine, again.
MAINTENANCE
CHECKING AND ADDING FLUID
Notice: When adding fluid or making a complete fluid
change, always use DEXRON. - II power steering fluid.
Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal
damage and fluid leaks.
1. The power steering fluid level is indicated by marks
on a fluid level indicator on the fluid reservoir cap.
2. If the fluid is warmed up to 66 °C (150 °F), the fluid
level should be between the MAX and MIN marks.
Add fluid as needed.
3. If the fluid is cool, 21 °C (70 °F), the fluid level should
be at the MIN mark. Add fluid as needed.
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6B-2 POWER STEERING PUMP
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The power steering pump is a multivaned hydraulic
pump. The serpentine accessory drive belt on the en-
gine drives the power steering pump. The power steer-
ing pump provides the hydraulic pressure to the power
steering gear.
The power steering gear uses the hydraulic pressure
to assist in steering the vehicle.
When steering conditions exceed maximum pressure
requirements, such as when the wheels are turned
against the stops, the pressure built up in the steeringgear exerts pressure on the spring end of the flow
control valve. The high pressure lifts the relief valve
ball from its seat and allows oil to flow through a trigger
orifice located in the outlet fitting. This reduce pressure
on the spring end of the flow control valve which then
opens and allows the oil to return to the intake side of
the pump. This action limits maximum pressure output
of the pump to a safe level.
No repair procedures are to be done on the internal
components of the power steering pump. The only ser-
viceable components of the power steering pump are
the power steering pump pulley and the pump itself.
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6C-2 POWER STEERING GEAR
POWER RACK AND PINION
The power steering rack and pinion system has a rotary
control valve that directs hydraulic fluid coming from
the hydraulic pump to one side or the other side of the
rack piston. The integral rack piston is attached to the
rack. The rack piston converts hydraulic pressure to a
linear force that moves the rack left or right. That force
is then transmitted through the tie rods to the steering
knuckles, which turn the wheels.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
If power rack and pinion steering is not available, manu-
al rack and pinion control is used; however, with this
system, more steering effort is required. The movement
of the steering wheel is transferred to the pinion. The
rotary movement of the pinion is then transferred
through the pinion threads, which mesh with teeth on
the rack, thereby causing the rack to move in a linear
direction.
A vane-type of hydraulic pump provides hydraulic pres-
sure for both steering systems.
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6C-4 POWER STEERING GEAR
DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES
POWER STEERING RACK AND PINION GEAR
Hissing Noise
Check the intermediate shaft joints for looseness.
Check the power steering hose for contact with other
components.ChecksActionTighten the intermediate shaft joints.
Be sure the power steering hose is correctly fitted into
the hose clips.
Loss of Coolant
Check the power steering hose for contact with the
body.
Check the steering gear for insufficient lubrication.
Check the steering gear mounting for improper
installation.
Check the outer tie rods for improper installation.ChecksActionBe sure the power steering hose is correctly fitted into
the hose clips.
Lubricate the steering gear.
Tighten the steering gear mounting bracket nuts and
bolts.
Tighten the outer tie rod joints. Replace the outer tie rods.
Loss of Coolant
Check the steering wheel for contact with the turn
signal housing.
Check the intermediate shaft joints for binding or
looseness.
Check the power steering pump flow control valve for
sticking and improper alignment.
Check the wheel alignment.
Check the wheel bearings for wear or damage.
Check the intermediate shaft joints for improper
installation.
Check the outer tie rods and the ball joints for binding
or looseness.
Check the steering gear adjustments.
Check the steering column shaft seal for rubbing on
the shaft.
Check the steering shaft bearings for binding.ChecksActionAdjust the turn signal housing.
Replace the intermediate shaft.
Replace the power steering pump.
Align the wheels.
Replace the wheel bearings.
Adjust the intermediate shaft between the steering gear
and the steering column. Replace the intermediate shaft.
Tighten the tie rods and the ball joints. Replace the tie
rods and the ball joints.
Perform a straight-ahead check.
Replace the dash seal.
Replace the stub shaft bearings.
Check the power steering pump for internal leaks.
Check the hoses for damage or restricted flow.
Check the power steering fluid level.
Check the power steering pump flow control valve for
sticking and improper operation.ChecksActionReplace the power steering pump.
Replace the power steering hoses and/or pipes.
Fill the power steering fluid reservoir.
Replace the power steering pump.
Momentary Increase in Effort When Turning the Wheel Quickly
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Check the power steering pump for insufficient pres-
sure.
Check the power steering pump flow control valve for
sticking and improper operation.
Check the power steering pump serpentine belt for
slippage.
Check for air contamination in the power steering
system.ChecksActionReplace the power steering pump.
Replace the power steering pump.
Tighten the power steering serpentine belt.
Bleed the power steering system
Steering Surges or Jerks When Turning with Engine Running
Check for air contamination in the power steering
system.
Check the power steering pump serpentine belt for
looseness.ChecksActionBleed the power steering system.
Tighten the power steering serpentine belt.
Steering Vibrates During Low Speed or Static Steering
Excessive Wheel Kickback or Loose Steering
Check for air contamination in the power steering
system.
Check the wheel bearings for wear or damage.
Check the steering gear mounting for improper instal-
lation.
Check the intermediate shaft joints for improper
Installation.
Check the outer tie rods and the ball joints for
looseness.ChecksActionBleed the power steering system.
Replace the wheel bearings.
Tighten the steering gear mounting bracket nuts and
bolts.
Adjust the intermediate shaft between the steering
gear and the steering column. Replace the intermedi-
ate shaft.
Tighten the tie rods and the ball joints. Replace the tie
rods and the ball joints.
Hard Steering or Lack of Assist (Especially During Parking)
Check the intermediate shaft joints for improper
installation.
Check the power steering pump flow control valve for
sticking and improper installation.
Check the power steering pump for insufficient pressure.
Check the power steering pump for internal leaks.
Check for a loose or a worn intermediate shaft.
Check the power steering pump serpentine belt tension.ChecksActionAdjust the intermediate shaft between the steering gear
and the steering column. Replace the coupling flange.
Replace the power steering pump.
Replace the power steering pump.
Replace the power steering pump.
Tighten the intermediate shaft. Replace the intermedi-
ate shaft, as needed.
Tighten the power steering serpentine belt.
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6C-6 POWER STEERING GEAR
POWER STEERING RACK AND
PINION GEAR BENCH TESTING
Removal and Installation Procedure
Notice: Pressure checks or pressure and flow checks
may also be conducted using this setup.
1. Disconnect and remove the power steering gear.
Refer to “Rack and Pinion Assembly” in this
section.
2. Place the power steering gear on a bench next to
the vehicle.
3. Disconnect the pressure line at the point where the
hose connects to the pipe. Extend this line to reach
the power steering gear on the bench.
4. Disconnect the return line from the power steering
fluid reservoir. Extend this line to reach the power
steering gear on the bench.
5. Connect the power steering pipes to the power
steering gear.
6. Start the engine and allow it to idle for 10 seconds.
7. Check the power steering fluid level. Refer to
Section 6A, Power Steering System.
8. Start the engine and turn the rack and pinion stub
shaft a full turn in each direction. Hold the shaft
against each stop for 5 seconds.
9. Inspect for possible leak points. Refer to Section
6A, Power Steering System.
Installation Procedure
1. Stop the engine.
2. Disconnect the power steering pipes from the power
steering gear.
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3. Remove the extensions and reconnect the pressure
and return lines.
4. Install and connect the power steering gear. Refer
to “Rack and Pinion Assembly” in this section.
5. Start the engine and allow it to idle for 10 seconds.
6. Check the power steering fluid level. Refer to
Section 6A, Power Steering System.
STRAIGHT-AHEAD CHECK
After all the necessary operations on the steering gear
are completed (removing and installing, disassembling
and assembling), check the exact straight-ahead posi-
tion of the steering in each case.
With the vehicle on the floor, place the steering wheel
in the straight-ahead position. Mark the centerline of
both tires on the floor. Turn the steering wheel all the
way to the right and mark the new centerline of both
tires on the floor.