Step | Action | Value | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Check the gear on the frame. Is the gear loose on the frame? | -- | ||
2 | Check the gear mounting bolts. Torque the bolts to the specifications. Does the rattling or chuckling in the steering gear continue? | -- | System OK | |
3 | Check the power steering pressure hose. Is the pressure hose touching other parts of the vehicle? | -- | ||
4 | Adjust the hose position. Do not bend the tubing by hand. Does the rattling or chuckling in the steering gear continue? | -- | System OK | |
5 | Check the steering linkage. Is the steering linkage loose? | -- | ||
6 | Check the steering linkage pivot points for wear. Replace the steering linkage pivot points if necessary. Does the rattling or chuckling in the steering gear continue? | -- | System OK | |
7 | Check the pitman arm. Is the pitman arm loose? | -- | ||
8 | Torque the pitman arm nut to specifications. Does the rattling or chuckling in the steering gear continue? | 250 N·m (185 lb ft) | System OK | |
9 | Check the over-center adjustment. An increased clearance off the high point causes a slight rattle. The slight rattle is normal. Do not reduce the clearance below the specified limits in order to eliminate this slight rattle. Is over-center adjustment necessary? | -- | System OK | |
10 | Perform the over-center adjustment. Refer to Steering Gear Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle . Does the rattling or chuckling in the steering gear continue? | -- | -- | System OK |
