FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Steering Gear Valve


Caution: While key is off with vehicle in motion, reduced steering and or braking may result.



1. With the vehicle in motion, place the transmission in NEUTRAL and turn the engine OFF.
^ If the vehicle does not pull with the engine OFF, repair or replace the steering gear.
2. If the vehicle pulls with the engine OFF, cross-switch the front wheels.
3. If the vehicle pulls to the opposite side, cross-switch the front and rear wheels on the same side.
4. If the vehicle pull direction does not change, check the front suspension components and wheel alignment.