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POWER STEERING
XI TROUBLES AND REMEDY
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1. Hard steering when turning steering wheel to the right or to the left.
CAUSE
REMEDY
a)
Not enough oil in system
Oil level less. Check system for external leakages
and repair.
b)
Air in hydraulic system.
Check suction line and shaft sealing seal of pump
shaft for leakages.
c)
Improper pump drive.
Check belt tension .
d)
Flow control valve of pump stuck.
Remove control valve, wash and check.
/ clogged.
Valve should move smoothly.
e)
Filter clogged or broken.
Drain oil and clean system and replace filter.
f)
Stif universal joint.
Replace the universal joint.
g)
Inner sealing parts of gear box / pump
Gear box and pump to be repaired in Authorised
damaged.
service centre.
2. Hard steering in either direction of turning only.
a)
Inner sealings damaged.
Gear box to be repaired at authorised service
centre.
b)
Adjustment of steering
Gear box to be repaired at authorised Service
Spool valve not correct.
centre.
3) Hard steering when steering wheel is turned fast.
a)
Pump drive defective.
Retension belt / ensure proper gear drive.
b)
Spool valve in pump clogged.
Remove spool valve, clean and refit.
c)
Pump delivering less pressure
Pump to be replaced.
(wear of rotor and pressure plates)
d)
Air in oil.
Check suction line and pump shaft seals for
leakage. Bleed system.