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Memory Steer

Memory Steer

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DEFINITION: The steering wheel does not return to center after completing a turn.
1 Did you review the system Descriptions and perform the necessary inspections? Go to Step 2  Go to Symptoms - Suspension General Diagnosis 
2 Verify that memory steer is present.
Does the vehicle exhibit memory steer?		 Go to Step 3  System OK
3
  1. Lubricate the tie rod ends and the ball joints if applicable.
  2. Inspect the suspension system for worn or damaged components.
  3. Repair as necessary.
  4. Road test the vehicle in order to verify the customer complaint.
Does the vehicle still exhibit memory steer?		 Go to Step 4  System OK
4
  1. Check for proper wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment . Adjust as necessary.
  2. Road test the vehicle in order to verify the customer complaint.
Does the vehicle still exhibit memory steer?		 Go to Step 5  System OK
5
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Disconnect both of the outer tie rod ends from the steering knuckles. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
  3. Use your hands in order to move the tie rod ends.
Are either of the tie rod ends abnormally difficult to move?		 Go to Step 6  Go to Step 7 
6 Replace the outer tie rod ends as necessary. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
Did you complete the repair?		 Go to Step 16  -
7 Inspect for binding strut bearings and lower ball joints. Use your hands to push and pull the front of the wheels inboard and outboard.
Are either of the struts abnormally difficult to move?		 Go to Step 9  Go to Step 8 
8
  1. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  2. Disconnect the strut from the steering knuckle.
  3. Use your hands to rotate the strut.
Is the strut abnormally difficult to rotate?		 Go to Step 9  Go to Step 10 
9 Replace the strut bearing. Refer to Strut, Strut Component and/or Spring Replacement .
Did you complete the repair?		 Go to Step 16  -
10 Use your hands in order to rotate the steering knuckle on the ball joint.
Is the steering knuckle abnormally difficult to rotate?		 Go to Step 11  Go to Step 12 
11 Replace the lower ball joint. Refer to Lower Ball Joint Replacement .
Did you complete the repair?		 Go to Step 16  -
12
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Rotate the steering wheel ONE revolution in either direction.
  3. Rotate the steering wheel back to the original position.
Was the steering wheel abnormally difficult to rotate in either direction?		 Go to Step 13  Go to Step 16 
13
  1. Disconnect the steering column from the steering gear.
    2. IMPORTANT: Do NOT rotate the steering wheel more than one complete revolution.
  2. Note the position of the steering wheel and rotate the steering wheel ONE revolution in either direction.
  3. Rotate the steering wheel back to the original position.
Was the steering wheel abnormally difficult to rotate in either direction?		 Go to Step 15  Go to Step 14 
14 Replace the steering gear as necessary. Refer to Power Steering Gear Replacement .
Did you complete the repair?		 Go to Step 16  -
15 Replace the steering column as necessary. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
Did you complete the repair?		 Go to Step 16  -
16 Operate the vehicle in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?		 System OK Go to Step 3 
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