Troubleshooting - General Troubleshooting (cont'd) (Uneven or rough steering)
11-22flowchartGeneral Troubleshooting (cont'd)
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Uneven or rough steering
Belt slipping on pulley.
Belt slipping on pulley.
Adjust belt tension. Replace belt, if necessary (page 11-26).
Cut-off valve sticking or leaking.
Cut-off valve sticking or leaking.
Check cut-off valve; clean or replace the cut-off valve or control unit.
Idle speed low or erratic.
Improperly adjusted rack guide.
Improperly adjusted rack guide.
Adjust rack guide (page 11-26).
If the rack guide adjustment is OK, check the pinion bearing for wear or damage. Replace the pinion bearing.
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Air bubbles visible in reservoir fluid.
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Check fluid level. If low, check for leaks. Add fluid to proper level (page 11-27).
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If fluid level is OK, check O-rings and seals on both ends of the pump inlet hose, and the oil pump housing mating surfaces for suction leaks. Replace parts as necessary.