Steering System - Problem Symptoms Table
STEERING SYSTEM - PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
- Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate likely causes of the problem in order. Check each part in order. If necessary, repair or replace the faulty parts.
STEERING SYSTEM:| Symptom | Suspected area | See page |
| Hard steering |
1. Tires (Improperly inflated) |
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| 2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) |
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| 3. Steering system joints (Worn) |
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| 4. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) |
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| 5. Steering column (Binding) (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic) |
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| 6. Steering column (Binding) (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic) |
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| 7. Power steering gear |
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| Poor return |
1. Tires (Improperly inflated) |
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| 2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) |
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| 3. Steering column (Binding) (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic) |
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| 4. Steering column (Binding) (for Manual Tilt and Manual Telescopic) |
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| 5. Power steering gear |
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| Excessive free play |
1. Steering system joints (Worn) |
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| 2. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) |
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| 3. Intermediate shaft, Universal joint, Sliding yoke (Worn) |
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| 4. Front wheel bearing (Worn) |
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| 5. Power steering gear |
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| Abnormal noise |
1. Steering system joints (Worn) |
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| 2. Power steering gear |
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