Hard steering
Precautions: Precautions for Steering General Diagnosis · Precautions for Steering · General safety (00)
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Hard steering
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Insufficient tire pressure
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Adjust tire pressure.
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Binding tie-rod end ball joint
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Replace tie-rod end.
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Binding suspension arm ball joint
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Replace suspension arm.
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Binding steering column
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Replace steering column assembly.
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Improper tooth contact between rack and pinion
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Check pinion shaft rotation torque or replace steering gear case assembly.
•Pinion shaft rotation torque:
•Steering gear case assembly: |
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Malfunction of power steering system
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Check and correct.
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Disturbed front wheel alignment
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Check and adjust front wheel alignment.
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