
TROUBLESHOOTING
87
Steering System
Problem
Possible Cause
Remedy
Steering wheel is hard to turn
or turns in one direction
• Poorly installed steering column
• Air in steering hydraulic system
• Clogged suction filter
• Improper toe-in
• Different from tyre inflation
• Loose steering or ball joints
• Defective steering units pump
Coreect
Air-bleed steering system
Remove and clean
Correct
Inflate both tyres to same
specified pressure
Retighten or replace defective parts
Consult your Dealer
Steering wheel has too much
free-play
• Worn steering column
• Loose ball joints
• Defective steering unit
Consult your Dealer
Retighten
Consult your Dealer
Electical System
Problem
Possible Cause
Remedy
Battery cannot be charged
• Blown fuse
• Blown fusible link
• Defective wiring
• Loose or damaged fan belt
• Defective battery
corrosion, or electrolyte level
• Defective alternator
• Defective regulator
Check fuse and replace
Check wiring and replace link
Correct loose, dirty terminal,
short circuit, poor ground, etc.
Give belt proper tension or replace
Correct loose terminal connection,
Consult your Dealer
Consult your Dealer
Head lamps are dim
• Discharged battery
• Poor connections
Charge battery,
check charging system
Check ground points and
terminals. Clean and tighten
Particular function will not
operate
• Burnt bulb (as applicable)
• Blown fuse
• Blown fusible, link
• Poor contact
• Defective switch
Replace
Check fuse and replace
Check wiring and replace
Inspect ground points and
terminals. Clean if necessary
Replace as required