Troubleshooting

Steering Hydraulic Troubleshooting

NOTE: The hydraulic system warning light could also indicate a problem in the hydraulic brake system.Brakes and Traction Control

Warning Light Flashing Low Oil Level In Reservoir

1. Air trapped in hydraulic system has escaped during driving. Top up oil in fluid reservoir to ``MAX'' mark.
2. Leaks in steering gear, at pipe unions or at pump. Tighten pipe unions, replace O-rings, seal in pump or pipes/hoses.
3. Seal in valve housing leaking on steering column side. Replace seal and O-ring

Warning Light Flashing Again, Low Oil Level In Reservoir, No Visible Leaks

1. Leaking steering rack. Install rebuilt steering gear.
2. Seal in lefthand end housing leaking. Install rebuilt steering gear.

Warning Light Flashing, Oil Level In Reservoir Satisfactory

1. Oil sieve in reservoir plugged. Clean sieve, and if necessary, replace fluid reservoir.
2. Float for warning light defective. Replace reservoir cap.
3. Pressure switch on brake servo defective. Replace pressure switch, if necessary.

Warning Light Flashes After Engine Started, Then Goes Out

1. Brake servo leaking. Replace brake servo, if necessary.
2. Check valve in accumulator leaking. Replace check valve, if necessary.

Reservoir Fluid Runs Over

1. Seals in hydraulic pump leaking. Repair or replace hydraulic pump.

Steering Heavy

1. V-belt loose. Tighten belt, replace if necessary.
2. Pump pressure too low. Check hydraulic pump pressure. Testing and Inspection

Steering Makes A Rattling Or Knocking Noise

1. Excessive play between pressure plate and steering rack. Adjust steering gear.

Noise At Idle Or Steering Wheel Vibrates When Stopped

1. V-belt defective or tension incorrect. Tighten belt, replace if necessary.
2. Hydraulic pump defective. Replace hydraulic pump.