Steering, Checking For Leaks

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NOTE:

Following installation operations and with no hydraulic fluid in the expansion tank, the steering system must be checked for leaks.

-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION .

-- Start the engine.

-- Turn steering wheel in both directions to full lock and hold briefly.

This builds up the maximum possible pressure.

NOTE:

To avoid damage to pump, steering wheel must not be held at stop longer than 10 seconds during this test.

In this position, the following components must be checked for leaks.

Seal ring for steering pinion at the steering gear valve housing.
All line connections.
All wiring connections.
Power Steering Pump
Seal rings for steering rack.

This test can only be performed with bellows slid back.

-- Open spring-type hose clamp and boot hose clamp.

-- Push the boots back.

If fluid is visible in steering gear housing and/or in bellows, steering gear must be replaced.