| • | Inspect the steering gear, the reservoir, and the pump for the
following conditions: |
| - | An overfilled reservoir |
| - | Loose fitting pipe/hose connections |
| • | Perform the following procedure when the vehicle requires service: |
| - | Clean the leakage area upon disassembly. |
| - | Replace the leaking seal. |
| - | Inspect the component sealing surfaces for damage. |
| • | The following conditions may indicate a leak in the power steering
system: |
| - | There is fluid leakage on the garage floor. |
| - | There are fluid leaks visible on the steering gear or the pump. |
| - | There is a growling noise coming from the steering gear or the
pump. The noise is especially noticeable when parking the vehicle or when
the engine is cold. |
| - | There is a loss of power steering when parking the vehicle. |
| - | There is a heavy steering effort. |
| • | Inspect for an external leak in the power steering system when
you are troubleshooting these types of problems. Refer to
External Leakage Check |
