Test procedure
- Make
- Alfa Romeo
- Model
- 155 Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 1992–1998
- Section
- Noise/knocking during steering operation › Test procedure
SteeringTest procedure
TEST PROCEDURE
NOISE/KNOCKING DURING STEERING OPERATION
TEST D
| RESULT | CORRECTIVE ACTION |
|---|---|
| D1 CHECK OIL LEVEL | OK ▶ Carry out step D2 OK ▶ Top-up oil to correct level |
| - Check level of oil in circuit | |
| D2 CHECK FOR TRAPPED AIR IN THE SYSTEM | OK ▶ Carry out step D3 OK ▶ Bleed system by rotating the steering wheel several times to end of travel in both directions; if noise is still present replace steering box |
| - Check for presence of air in the system | |
| D3 CHECK RESERVOIR FILTER | OK ▶ Carry out step D4 OK ▶ Replace reservoir |
| - Check reservoir filter for excessive dirt or obstruction | |
| D4 CHECK ATTACHMENTS | OK ▶ Carry out step D5 OK ▶ Tighten screws to prescribed torque |
| - Check steering component attaching screws for looseness | |
| D5 CHECK RODS AND JOINTS | OK ▶ Replace rods or joints |
| - Check steering rods or spherical joints for damage or wear |
Parts & tools for this job For 1992 Alfa Romeo 155
- TOOLTie rod end toolSearch: tie rod end puller
- TOOLBall joint separatorSearch: ball joint separator
- FLUIDPower steering fluidSearch: Alfa Romeo power steering fluid
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