Power Steering Trouble Shooting

Hard Steering	1) Shipping spacers between column tube and shaft or in flexible couplings	1) Remove spacers
	2) Fluid level low	2) Add fluid, check for leaks
	3) Control valve binding	3) Replace or repair control valve
	4) Kinked or broken hoses	4) Straighten or replace
	5) Fluid lines blocked	5) Check, clean, or replace lines
	6) Air in system	6) Bleed, refill and check for leaks
	7) Low pump pressure	7) Check pump for worn or damaged parts
	8) Loose drive belt	8) Adjust or replace belt
Noise	1) Loose drive belt	1) Check, tighten, or replace belt
	2) Low fluid	2) Check and add fluid
	3) Faulty valves or pump wear	3) Repair or replace
Excessive steering wheel play	1) Control valve binding	1) Repair or replace valve
Sticking steering wheel	1) Binding control valve	1) Repair or replace valve