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Pinpoint Test C: Steering System Drift/Pull/Wander

  1. C1 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN SHAFT 
    NOTE: Be sure to keep the clockspring centered when disconnecting the intermediate shaft.
    • Check the steering column and shaft for grounding.
    • Disconnect the steering column shaft at the steering column.
    • Inspect the steering column shaft U-joints for looseness or wear.
    • Are the steering column shaft U-joints OK? 
    • Yes:  GO to C2  .
    • No:  INSTALL a new steering column shaft as necessary. REFER to STEERING COLUMN .
  2. C2 CHECK THE STEERING GEAR MOUNTING 
    • Check the steering gear mounts for looseness or wear.
    • Are the steering gear mounts OK? 
    • Yes:  GO to C3  .
    • No:  INSTALL a new steering gear as necessary. REFER to POWER STEERING .
  3. C3 CHECK THE STEERING GEAR 
    • Carry out the Steering Gear Valve Component Test.
    • Is the steering gear valve OK? 
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