Pinpoint Test B: Heavy Steering/Steering Requires Uneven Effort - Final Checks
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- B1: AFTER COMPLETING THE ACTIONS ABOVE, CHECK AGAIN FOR HEAVY STEERING OR STEERING REQUIRING UNEVEN EFFORT USING THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES
- Start the engine and turn the steering wheel fully (lock to lock) 3 times. Check for heavy or uneven steering effort during this procedure
- Test drive the vehicle and check for heavy or uneven steering effort
- Check the temperature of the power steering fluid. Once the power steering temperature exceeds 80 degrees Celsius, repeat steps 1 and 2 above
Is there still evidence of heavy or uneven steering effort?
- Yes : Repeat the diagnostic steps above, or check other vehicle systems for the source of the problem
- No : No further action