Symptom Troubleshooting

Hydraulic Power Steering Symptom Troubleshooting - Hard Steering

Hard Steering

NOTE:

- Compare to a known-good vehicle that is the same trim level.
- Check for suspension damage.
- Check the steering alignment.
- Check the tire condition and pressure.

1. Check the power assist Power Steering Assist Check.

Is the initial turning load more than 29 N (3.0 kgf, 6.6 lbf)?

YES -

Do the pump pressure test with T/N 07406-0010001 Hydraulic Power Steering Pump Pressure Test With T/N 07406-0010001, T/N 07406-001000A or T/N 07406-001A101 Hydraulic Power Steering Pump Pressure Test With T/N 07406-001000A or T/N 07406-001A101. If the test is OK, go to step 2.

NO -

Power assist is OK at this time. Compare to a known-good vehicle.�

2. Using a spring scale, measure the power assist in both directions, to the left and to the right.

Are the two measurements within 5.0 N (0.51 kgf, 1.12 lbf) of each other?

YES -

Go to step 3.

NO -

Go to step 5.

3. Measure the fluid pressure with both pressure gauge valves open (if so equipped), while turning the steering wheel fully to the left and fully to the right.

Is the pressure 8,920-9,420 kPa (90.96-96.06 kgf/cm2,1,293.8-1,366.3 psi) or more in both directions?

YES -

Go to step 4.

NO -

Faulty steering gearbox. Overhaul the steering gearbox Overhaul.�

4. Adjust the rack guide Adjustments, and retest.

Is the steering OK?

YES -

Repair is completed.�

NO -

Faulty steering gearbox. Overhaul the steering gearbox Overhaul.�

5. Check the cylinder lines for deformation Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Leakage Inspection.

Are any of the line(s) deformed?

YES -

Replace the deformed line(s).�

NO -

Go to step 6.

6. Check for a bent rack shaft or misadjusted rack guide (too tight).

Is the rack shaft bent or the rack guide adjusted too tight?

YES -

Replace the rack shaft, or readjust the rack guide preload.�

NO -

Faulty valve body unit. Overhaul the valve body unit Overhaul.�