Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you review the Power Steering System General Description and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | |
2 | Verify that power steering fluid leaks are present. Is the power steering system leaking? | Go to Step 3 | System OK |
3 | Inspect the power steering system fittings. Are the power steering fittings leaking? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 4 |
4 | Inspect the power steering hoses. Are the hoses leaking? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
5 | Inspect the power steering pump and the reservoir for leaks. Is the power steering pump or reservoir leaking? | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 6 |
6 | Inspect the power steering pump, reservoir and pump drive shaft for leaks. Is the power steering pump, reservoir or pump drive shaft leaking? | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 8 |
7 |
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section. Tighten the power steering fittings. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications. Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
8 | Replace the power steering hoses. Refer to the appropriate procedure(s): Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
9 | Replace the power steering pump, reservoir or pump drive shaft seal. Refer to the appropriate procedure(s): Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
10 | Replace the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement. Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 11 | -- |
11 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
