P/S - Identification and Diagnosis: Overview

Group 32
Steering

Bulletin Number
32 01 96

Woodcliff Lake, NJ
February 1996
Product Engineering

SUBJECT:
Power Steering Diagnosis

MODELS:
All

Situation:
In order to assist in properly diagnosing power steering problems, the attached Troubleshooting Aid has been developed.

One side of the chart is for diagnosing rack and pinion steering systems (E30, E36) and the other is for recirculating ball and nut type steering boxes (E31, E32, E34, E38).

The steps should be followed in the indicated order to assure that a proper diagnosis is obtained.

Warranty Status: Information only.