Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you review the Power Steering System Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | |
2 | Verify a poor return of the steering wheel is present. Does the system operate normally? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
3 | Check for incorrect tire inflation. Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure Specifications in Maintenance and Lubrication. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 4 |
4 |
Is the tie rod binding or worn? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
5 | Check for a worn or binding intermediate shaft. Is the intermediate shaft worn or binding? | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 6 |
6 | Check for worn a or binding ball joint. Are the ball joints worn or binding? | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 7 |
7 | Check for proper alignment of the front suspension. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement in Wheel Alignment. Did you complete the wheel alignment? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
8 | Replace the outer tie rod end. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
9 | Replace the intermediate Shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column. Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
10 | Replace the ball joint. Refer to Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement in Front Suspension. Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
11 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
