- Symptoms

Symptoms - Power Steering System

Important: Review the system Description and Operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions.

Visual/Physical Inspection
1. Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the steering system.
2. Inspect the easily accessible or visible steering components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
3. Verify the tires are the proper size. Refer to Tire Placard in General Information. If the tires are not the proper size, replace the tires. Refer to Tire Mounting and Dismounting in Tires and Wheels.
4. Measure the tire pressure. Adjust the tire pressure if necessary. Refer to Tire Placard in General Information.
5. Verify the power steering fluid level is correct. Verify the power steering fluid is free from foam or contamination.

Intermittent Conditions
Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Computers.

Symptom List
Refer to the following symptom 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 or Too Easy in One or Both Directions Steering Effort Hard or Too Easy In One or Both Directions