For 1990-2009 cars

Condition | Causes
--- | ---
Steering Effort Hard in Both Directions |

• | The hydraulic system is faulty. Perform the pressure test with the J 5176-D or the J 25323-B . Refer to Power Steering System Test .

• | The rack bearing preload is loose.

• | The steering gear has a bind.

• | The steering gear has a catch.

• | The line or the hose is pinched.

• | The intermediate shaft boot is mispositioned.

• | The intermediate shaft is worn.

• | The intermediate shaft is loose.

• | The belt is loose.

• | The pump pressure is insufficient.

• | A high internal leakage occurs in the gear or in the pump.

• | A high internal leakage occurs in the pump.

• | In cold temperatures, use a cold climate power steering fluid.

For more diagnostic information on these causes, refer to Too Much Play in Steering .