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Pinpoint Test A: Steering Has Lack Of Assist Or Inconsistent Assist

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  1. A1 CHECK THE STEERING ASSIST WITH THE ENGINE RPM RAISED 
      CAUTION: Do not hold the steering wheel at the stops for an extended amount of time. Damage to the power steering pump can occur.
    • Set the engine at 2,100 rpm and turn the steering wheel fully to the left and right.
    • Is steering assist normal with the engine rpm raised. 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new power steering pump. Refer to the appropriate Steering System article for the procedure.
    2. NO  : Go to  A2.
  2. A2 CHECK FOR A CHANGE OF ASSIST ON LEFT AND RIGHT TURNS 
    • With the engine at idle, turn the steering wheel fully to the left and to the right.
    • Does the steering assist change when turning from right to left. 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new steering gear. Refer to the appropriate Steering System article for the procedure.
    2. NO  : CARRY OUT the Power Steering Pressure Component Test in this article.
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