INSPECTION PROCEDURE 14: Oil Leakage from Steering Gear: Diagnosis

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

STEP 1. Check the steering gear housing for damage.
Q: Is there damage?

YES : Replace the part. Then go to Step 3.

NO : Go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Check the oil-ring or oil seal for damage.
Q: Is there damage?

YES : Replace the part. Then go to Step 3.

NO : Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Retest the system.
Check that no oil is leaking.

Q: Is there oil leakage?

YES : Repeat from Step 1.

NO : The procedure is complete.