Troubleshooting power steering
Condition
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Cause
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Correction
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| Noise |
Intake line kinked |
Correct hose routing, or replace |
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Air in system |
Tighten all clamps and fittings, bleed system |
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Radial seal leaking air, replace seal |
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Low fluid level |
Repair leak, fill and bleed system |
| Low pressure |
Loose belt |
Tighten belt |
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Internal pump seals faulty |
Rebuild power steering pump |
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Internal wear in pump |
Replace pump |
| Leaky pump |
Bad seals |
Rebuild pump |
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