POWER STEERING – POWER STEERING SYSTEM
PS–1
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POWER STEERING SYSTEM
PRECAUTION
1. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS FOR STEERING SYSTEM
(a) Care must be taken when replacing parts. Incorrect
replacement could affect the performance of the
steering system and result in driving hazards.
2. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS FOR SRS AIRBAG
SYSTEM
(a) The vehicle is equipped with SRS (Supplemental
Restraint System), such as airbags. If service
operation is not carried out properly in the correct
sequence, the airbag may suddenly deploy and this
may result in serious injury. Before servicing
(including inspection, replacement, removal and
inspection of parts), be sure to read the
precautionary notices for the supplemental restraint
system (See page RS-1).
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POWER STEERING – POWER STEERING SYSTEM
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PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1.
INSPECT DRIVE BELT
(a) Visually check the belt for defects, such as
excessive wear and frayed cords.
If any defects are found, replace the drive belt.
HINT:
Cracks on the rib side of a belt are considered
acceptable. Replace the belt if there are any
missing ribs.
2. BLEED POWER STEERING SYSTEM
(a) Check the fluid level.
(b) Jack up the front of the vehicle and support it with
stands.
(c) Turn the steering wheel.
(1) With the engine stopped, turn the wheel slowly
from lock to lock several times.
(d) Lower the vehicle.
Symptom
Suspected area
See page
Hard steering
Tires (Improperly inflated)
TW-1
Power steering fluid level (Low)
PS-3
Drive belt (Loose)
PS-2
Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) (2WD)
TW-1
Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) (4WD)
TW-1
Steering system joints (Worn)
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Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) (2WD)
SP-22
Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) (4WD)
SP-22
Steering column (Binding)
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Vane pump
PS-10
Power steering link (2WD)
PS-18
Power steering link (4WD)
PS-23
Poor return
Tires (Improperly inflated)
TW-1
Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) (2WD)
TW-1
Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) (4WD)
SP-2
Steering column (Binding)
-
Power steering link (2WD)
PS-18
Power steering