Problem
| Action
|
The power steering system has air in it.
|
- Inspect the power steering system. Refer to
Power Steering System Test
.
- Bleed the power steering system. Refer to
Power Steering System Bleeding
.
|
The steering
column universal joints are loose.
|
- Inspect the steering column universal joints. Refer to
Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
in Steering
Wheel and Column-Tilt.
- Replace the steering column universal joints. Refer to
Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
in Steering
Wheel and Column-Tilt.
|
The rack
bearing preload is improperly adjusted.
| Tighten the rack bearing preload to specification.
Refer to
Steering Gear Rack Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle
.
|
The power steering gear is loose.
|
- Inspect the power steering gear.
- Retorque the power steering gear mounting bolts.
Refer to
|
The tie
rod ends are loose.
|
- Inspect the tie rod ends.
- Replace the tie rod ends
Refer to
Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement
.
|
The wheel bearings are worn.
| Replace the wheel bearings. Refer to
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Bearing Replacement
in Front Suspension.
|