6A-2 POWER STEERING SYSTEMChecks
Damaged or Binding Steering Ball Joint Improper Preload of Steering Pinion
Damaged Wheel or TireFaulty Suspension System Checks
Worn Steering Gear Worn or Damaged Steering Ball Joint Loosened Steering Gearbox Bolts Checks
Damaged Steering Linkage
Damaged Wheel and Tire Faulty Brake System Faulty Suspension System Checks
Lack of Lubrication Abnormal Wear or Binding of Steering Ball Joint Damaged or Faulty Steering GearImproper Preload of Steering PinionFaulty Steering Shaft JointSteering Fluid Leaks Lack of Fluid or Air-in System Faulty Steering Oil PumpDamaged or Loosened Pump Drive BeltClogging Oil Line
Damaged Wheel or Tire Faulty Suspension System DIAGNOSIS
HARD STEERING
Action
Lubricate
Replace
Replace gear assembly
Adjust
Replace
Repair or replace
Replenish or bleed Replace
Adjust or replace
Repair or replace Repair or replace Repair or replace
STEERING PULLS TO ONE SIDE
Action Repair
Repair or replace Repair or replace Repair or replace
EXCESSIVE WHEEL PLAY
Action
Replace gear assembly
Replace
Retighten
POOR RETURN OF STEERING WHEEL
Action
Replace
Replace gear assembly Repair or replace Repair or replace
