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For 1990-2009 cars only

Condition

Action

The power steering gear pressure hose is grounding out.

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

    • The mounting is correct.
    • The clearance is correct.

Refer to Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement

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 .

The power steering gear is loose.

Tighten the power steering gear mounting bolts to specification.

Refer to

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.