Dakota 2WD V6-239 3.9L Magnum (1996)
Power Steering Pump: Testing and Inspection
Noisy Operation
1. Loose oil pump or gearbox.
2. Loose pulley nut.
3. Interference between pressure hose and other parts.
4. Air entering oil pump.
5. Pump seizure.
6. Loose belt.
7. Gearbox port section damage.
8. Return hose malfunction.
9. Loose oil pump or pump bracket.
10. Excessive oil pump body wear.
11. Malfunctioning steering stopper.
12. Wheel and tire to body interference.
13. Malfunctioning gearbox.
