Metro L3-061 1.0L VIN 6 TBI (1998)
POOR RETURN OF STEERING WHEEL TO CENTER
Inspect the:
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Wheel alignment. Wheel bearings for wear or damage.
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Joints from the column to the steering gear for free movement and secure installation.
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Tie rod ends for free movement.
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Ball joints for free movement.
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Steering shaft bearings for free movement.
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Steering gear adjustment.
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Steering gear valve for proper operation.
POOR RETURNABILITY
Inspect the:
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Ball studs and tie rod ends for lack of lubrication.
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Ball studs for binding.
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Steering column for binding.
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Wheel alignment.
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Valve for sticking and proper operation.
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Steering gear adjustment.
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Steering gear for binding on lower coupling.
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Tires for adequate inflation.
STEERING WHEEL SURGES OR JERKS
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Hydraulic system for air in pipes/hoses or reservoir.
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Drive belt for damage or improper installation.
MOMENTARY INCREASE IN EFFORT
(When turning wheel fast to right or left)
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Power steering hydraulic system for internal leakage.
STEERING WHEEL SURGES OR JERKS
(When turning with engine running especially during parking)
Inspect the:
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Power steering pump for sufficient pressure output.
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Steering gear valve for proper operation.
STEERING WHEEL KICK-BACK
Inspect the:
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Steering hydraulic system for air in pipes/hoses and reservoir.
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Joints from column to steering gear for wear and proper and secure installation.
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Tie rod ends for proper and secure installation.
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Wheel bearings for wear or damage.
EXCESSIVE WHEEL KICKBACK OR LOOSE STEERING
Inspect the:
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Steering hydraulic system for air in pipes/hoses and reservoir.
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Steering gear for proper and secure installation.
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Joints from column to steering gear for proper and secure installation.
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Tie rod ends for proper and secure installation.
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Wheel bearings for wear and damage.
HARD STEERING OR LACK OF ASSIST
(Especially during park)
Inspect the:
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Joints from column to steering gear for wear and improper installation.
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Steering gear valve for proper installation.
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Power steering pump for sufficient pressure output.
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Power steering pump for internal leakage.
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Steering gear for internal leakage.
HARD STEERING
Inspect the:
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Steering hydraulic system.
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Steering gear adjustment.