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Pinpoint Test K: Heavy Steering / Steering Has Uneven Effort - System Fluid Leak Checks

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  1. K1: CHECK FOR POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKS 
    1. Check that the power steering fluid in the reservoir is not below the MIN mark

    Is the fluid level low?

    • Yes  : Top up the fluid reservoir, then check if the heavy steering/steering has uneven effort symptoms are still evident If the symptoms are no longer  evident, GO to PINPOINT TEST A , to find and fix fluid leaks

      If the symptoms are still  evident, first work through the power steering system fluid leak pinpoint tests GO to PINPOINT TEST A ., then GO to Pinpoint Test L .

    • No  : GO to PINPOINT TEST L .