Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

Steering System

Overview

The steering is a variable power assist system, the degree of assistance being controlled by the dynamic suspension control module.

For information on the description and operation of the system:
Steering System
Power Steering
Steering Linkage
Steering Column
Steering Column Switches

Inspection and Verification

1. Verify the customer concern.
^ If a road test is necessary make sure the vehicle is safe to do so.
2. Visually inspect for obvious mechanical or electrical faults.





3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step
4. Use the approved diagnostic system or a scan tool to retrieve any diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) before moving onto the symptom chart or DTC index.
^ Because the DTCs are stored in more than one module, a complete vehicle read is recommended
^ Make sure that all DTCs are cleared following rectification