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STEERING 3 FAULT DIAGNOSIS STEERING DAMPER The power steering system, as well as reducing the When operating the vehicle off road, the road wheels Steering damper check Check the condition operation of the hydraulic Check procedure 1. Inspect damper for casing damage or leaks. vice using soft jaws. Compress and extend the 3. If it is felt that the unit is outside acceptable limits, fit a new steering damper STEERING FAULTS Symptom:- Excessive kickback through steering wheel - when 1. Is the steering damper in good working order? See Steering Damper. See Repair, Steering Damper. 2. Is there any looseness or free play in the steering ball joints and linkage? See Steering Linkage Inspect. NO - Continue. 3. Is there any looseness or worn bushes in front suspension? See FRONT SUSPENSION, Repair, Radius Arm. NOTE: When replacing suspension bushes NO - Continue. 4. Is the steering exceptionally light/sensitive when driven on good road surface? 5. Check the resistance of the axle swivels See FRONT AXLE AND FINAL DRIVE, Overhaul, |