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 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
* Whine or Growl Noise from the Power Steering System
* Poor Return of Steering Wheel Poor Return of Steering Wheel
* Steering Effort Hard in One or Both Directions
* Steering Effort Too Easy in One or Both Directions Steering Effort Too Easy in One or Both Directions