Excessive Wheel Kickback or Loose Steering for Chevrolet Chevy P12 Chassis 1999

Air is present in the system.

1. Add power steering fluid to the remote power steering reservoir .
2. Bleed the system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
3. Inspect the hose connectors for proper torque and leakage.

The steering gear mounting is loose.

Tighten the attaching bolts to the specified torque. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

The steering linkage joints are worn.

Replace any loose parts.

The steering gear mounting is improper.

Adjust the steering gear mounting to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Worn or maladjusted front wheel bearings

Adjust or replace the bearings.

Worn or damaged steering gear

Replace the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .