Steering
Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
| Symptom | Probable Cause | Remedy |
| Steering wheel play | Loose Clamp Cap | Tighten |
| Steering Gear Mounting Bolts Loose | Tighten | |
| Loose or worn tie rod end | Tighten or replace as necessary | |
| Steering Wheel Does Not Return Properly | Excessive Tie Rod End Turning Resistance | Replace |
| Clamp Bolt Overtightened | Adjust | |
| The tie rod and/or ball joint does not swivel smoothly | Replace | |
| Loose transaxle mounting bracket and/or worn steering shaft joint | Tighten | |
| Worn steering shaft joint and/or body bushing | Repair or replace | |
| Deformed strut | Replace | |
| Damaged Gear Bearing | Replace | |
| Kinked or Damaged Hoses | Reposition or Replace |
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