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211-00-4 Steering System — General Information 211-00-4
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING ( CONTINUED )
Condition Possible Sources Action
• Steering assist does not vary
with vehicle speed
• Power steering pressure (PSP)
switch.
• Circuit.
• For additional information,
refer to the Wiring Diagrams.
Section 700-06 for schematic
and connector information.
Component Tests
Steering Linkage
Inspect the steering gear boots for cuts,
deterioration, twisting or distortion. Make sure the
boots are secure. Install new boots or clamps as
necessary.
1. Park the vehicle on a dry, even surface and
apply the parking brake. Place the steering in
the straight-ahead position.
2. With the engine running, gently turn the
steering wheel to the right and left to check
free play. Free play is measured at the
steering wheel rim and should be within the
limits stated in the specifications. If free play
exceeds the limit stated the steering linkage
or the steering column is worn, or the
backlash of the steering gear is excessive.
3. If the steering linkage is worn, install new comp
o-
nents as necessary. REFER to Section 211-03.
The steering column cannot
be repaired, install a new steering column.
REFER to Section 211-04.
Steering gear
backlash cannot be adjusted. Install a new
steering gear.
REFER to Section 211-02.
4. With the engine OFF, hold the steering wheel
firmly with both hands. Attempt to move the
steering wheel up and down and also to the
left and right without turning the wheel, to
check the steering column bearing wear,
steering, column shaft joint play and steering
wheel or steering column looseness. If free
play is detected, check the correct torque of
the steering column, coupling shaft and
steering wheel retaining bolts. The steering
column cannot be repaired, install a new
steering column.
REFER to Section 211-04.
07/2001 2002 Bantam
Petrol and Diesel .