-Symptoms - Power Steering System

Symptoms - Power Steering System

Important:
Review the system description and operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to Power Steering System Description and Operation.

Visual/Physical Inspection
^ Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the power steering system.
^ Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
^ Inspect for leaking power steering components. If necessary, refer to Power Steering Fluid Leaks. Power Steering Fluid Leaks
^ Verify the power steering reservoir for the proper operating specification. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid.
^ Inspect the power steering fluid for the following indications of contamination:
^ Milky fluid - water
^ Brown fluid - burnt
^ Debris in fluid - plastic or dirt
^ If necessary, flush the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Flushing.

Symptoms List
Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:
^ Power Steering Fluid Leaks Power Steering Fluid Leaks
^ Rattle, Clunk, or Shudder Noise from the Power Steering System Rattle, Clunk, or Shudder Noise from the Power Steering System
^ Whine or Growl Noise from the Power Steering System Whine or Growl Noise from the Power Steering System
^ Steering Effort Hard in One or Both Directions Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Steering Effort Too Easy in One or Both Directions Steering Effort Hard In One or Both Directions