The power steering gear inlet (pressure) hose is grounding out.

Inspect the power steering gear inlet (pressure) hose. Verify that the following conditions exist:

Refer to the appropriate procedure:

The rack bearing preload is loose.

1. Tighten the rack bearing preload.
2. Adjust to specification.

Refer to Steering Gear Rack Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle or Steering Gear Rack Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle

The power steering gear is loose.

Tighten the power steering gear mounting bolts to specification. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .

The tie rod ends are loose.

1. Inspect the tie rod ends. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
2. Replace the tie rod ends. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .

The intermediate steering shaft universal joints are loose.

1. Service the intermediate steering shaft universal joints. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel Column-Tilt.
2. Replace the intermediate shaft universal joints. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column-Tilt.