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For 1990-2009 cars only

Condition

Action

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

Inspect the power steering gear inlet (pressure) hose. Determine if the following items are correct:

    • The mounting
    • The clearance

Refer to Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement .

The rack bearing adjust is loose.

Tighten the rack bearing adjust to specification.

Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

The steering gear is loose.

Tighten the steering gear mounting bolts to specification.

Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .

The tie rod ends are loose.

  1. Inspect the tie rod ends.
  2. Replace the tie rod ends as needed.

Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .

The intermediate steering shaft is loose.

Tighten the upper or lower intermediate steering shaft bolt to specification.

Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .