Inspection Procedure 9: Vibration

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 9: Vibration

NOTE: A slight vibration may be felt when the stationary steering effort is made due to the condition of the road surface. To check whether the vibration actually exists or not, test-drive the vehicle on a dry concrete or asphalt surface. A very slight amount of vibration is not a malfunction.

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Check for entry of air.
Q: Is the power steering fluid foamy?
YES: Bleed the air. Then go to Step 3.
NO: Go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Check the steering gear 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.
Confirm that no vibration is generated.
Q: Is there vibration?
YES: Repeat from Step 1.
NO: The procedure is complete.