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Inspection Procedure 6: Hissing Noise

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 6: Hissing Noise

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Check for entry of air.
Q: Is the power steering fluid foamy?
YES: Bleed the air. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Check each hose for crushing or twisting.
Q: Is any hose crushed or twisted?
YES: Replace the hose. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Check the steering gear for damage.
Q: Is there damage?
YES: Replace the part. Then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 4.

STEP 4. Retest the system.
Confirm that no noise is generated.
Q: Is there noise?
YES: Repeat from Step 1.
NO: The procedure is complete.