For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Yes | No
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1 | Did you review the Power Steering System General Description and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Power Steering System
2 | Inspect the power steering fluid for leaks. Is the power steering system leaking? | Go to Step 3 | System OK
3 | Inspect the power steering system fittings. Are the fittings leaking? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 4
4 | Inspect the power steering hoses. Are the hoses leaking? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 5
5 | Inspect the power steering pump and the reservoir for leaks. Is the power steering pump or reservoir leaking? | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 6
6 | Inspect the power steering gear for leaks. Is the power steering gear leaking? | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 7
7 | Inspect the power steering cooler for leaks. Is the power steering cooler leaking? | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 3
8 | Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section. Tighten the fittings. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 13 | --
9 | Replace the power steering hoses. Refer to the appropriate procedures:

• | Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Outlet Hose Replacement

• | Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement

• | Power Steering Gear Outlet Pipe/Hose Replacement

• | Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement

• | Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Inlet Hose Replacement

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 13

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10 | Replace the power steering pump or reservoir. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement or Remote Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 13 | --
11 | Replace the power steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 13 | --
12 | Replace the power steering cooler. Refer to Power Steering Fluid Cooler Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 13 | --
13 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 13