For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Yes | No
--- | --- | --- | ---
1 | Did you review the Power Steering System Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Power Steering System Description and Operation
2 | Verify that there is an increase in effort while turning is present. Does the system operate normally? | System OK | Go to Step 3
3 | Check for the following tire related conditions:

• | Incorrect tire inflation

• | Improper tire size

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 4

4 |

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Check for a binding or worn tie rod end.

Is the tie rod binding or worn?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 5

5 | Check for a worn or binding intermediate shaft. Is the intermediate shaft worn or binding? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 6
6 | Check for a worn or binding steering gear. Is the steering worn or binding? | Go to Step 9 | System OK
7 | Replace the outer tie rod end. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 10 | --
8 | Replace the intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 10 | --
9 | Replace the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 10 | --
10 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 3