Safari Van M V6-262 4.3L VIN Z TBI (1990)
Fig. 1 Troubleshooting power steering system
Excessive Wheel Kickback or Loose Steering
1.
Air in power steering system.
2.
Steering gear attachments loose.
3.
Joints from column to steering gear loose.
4.
Tie rod ends loose.
5.
Wheel bearings worn.
6.
Loose thrust bearing preload adjustment.
7.
Low fluid level.
Hard Steering or Lack of Assist
1.
Brakes applied while turning steering wheel.
2.
Joints from column to steering gear loose or worn.
3.
Sticky steering gear valve.