General Procedure
- Wipe the suspected area dry.
- Inspect the reservoir for overfilling.
- Inspect for fluid aeration and overflow.
- Inspect the hose connections. Tighten the hoses if necessary.
- Verify the exact point of leakage. The point from which the fluid
is dripping is not necessarily the point where the system is leaking.
- When service is required, perform the following steps:
| 6.1. | Disassemble the component. |
| 6.2. | Clean the leakage area. |
| 6.3. | Replace the leaking seal. |
| 6.4. | Inspect the component sealing surfaces for damage. |
| 6.5. | Reset the torque to correct specification, if required. |
- The following statements about the power steering systems may
appear:
| • | Fluid leakage on the garage floor |
| • | Fluid leaks visible on the rack and pinion gear or the pump |
| • | A growling noise, especially when parking, or when the engine
is cold |
| • | Loss of power steering when parking |
| • | Heavy steering effort |
- When troubleshooting these issues, look for an external leak in
the power steering system.
