General Procedure

1. Wipe suspected area dry.
2. Check for overfilled reservoir.
3. Check for fluid aeration and overflow.
4. Check hose connections. Tighten if necessary.
5. Verify exact point of leakage. The point from which the fluid is dripping is not necessarily the point where the system is leaking.
6. When service is required:
^ Clean leakage area upon disassembly.
^ Replace leaking seal.
^ Check component sealing surfaces for damage
^ Reset torque to specifications where required.
^ Bleed system.

Some complaints about the power steering system may be reported as:
1. Fluid leakage on garage floor.
2. Fluid leaks visible on rack and pinion gear or pump.
3. Growling noise, especially when parking or when engine is cold.
4. Loss of power steering when parking.
5. Heavy steering effort.

NOTICE: When troubleshooting these kinds of complaints, check for an external leak in the power steering system.