SECTION 5
5-6
STEERING SYSTEM
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Steering not operational. Air in the hydraulic system of the
steering.
Bleed the system.
Steering wheel hard. Double pump without frictional
connection.
Consult your Dealer.
Steering wheel hard to turn
when travelling on level
ground.
Oil level too low. Top up hydraulic oil in correct
quantity.
Defective valves. Consult your Dealer.
Tyres pressure too low. Check and inflate tyres at correct
pressure.
The steering floats (needs
constant adjustments).
Air in the hydraulic system of the
steering.
Bleed the system.
Internal leaks in the power steering or
cylinders.
Consult your Dealer.
Steering wheel easy to turn at
limit stop.
Internal leaks in the power steering or
cylinders.
Consult your Dealer.
Steering wheel turns fast and
uneven during steering action
(steering discontinuous).
Air in the hydraulic system of the
steering.
Bleed the system.
Internal leaks in the power steering or
cylinders.
Consult your Dealer.
Oil supply rate insufficient. Consult your Dealer.