Audi 80 Quiz
Suspension and Steering

Troubleshooting - Power steering

In this manual: Suspension and Steering
Technical Description — 39Engines — 41Exhaust System — 13Cooling System — 28Fuel tank and fuel pump — 12Air Filter and Intake Ducts — 13Mono-Motronic Injection System — 18Digifant Injection System — 19KE-III-Jetronic Injection System — 35MPI and MPFI Injection Systems — 32Clutch — 11Transmission and Driveline — 21Suspension and Steering — 33Brake System — 41Anti-lock brake system — 8Wheels and Tires — 13Body Electrical System — 35Ignition System — 24Lighting — 14Signaling Devices — 7Instruments and Auxiliary Equipment — 54Heating and Ventilation — 7Body Components — 18Troubleshooting — 6Specifications — 13
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Malfunction Possible Cause Remedy
A. Fluid level in the reservoir too low 1. Air that has entered the hydraulic system has not bled out on its own
2. Leaking hydraulic system		 Top up the fluid to the "Max" mark.
Tighten the pipe connections; install new seals. Remove and seal the hydraulic pump and steering gear (at a workshop).
B. Heavy steering 1. Insufficient pressure generated by the pump
2. Faulty steering gear		 Check the pressure (at a workshop). If necessary, replace the pump pressure relief valve or the entire pump.
Replace (at a workshop)
C. Steering Gear Noise 1. Fluid level too low. Fluid contains air bubbles
2. Pump inlet side bolted connection not sealed
3. V-belt loose		 Allow air to escape, top up power steering fluid
Replace sealing gaskets, tighten union
Tension belt

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