Chrysler Dodge Caravan 2002 Manual page 1511

19 - 8 STEERING
STEERING (Continued)
CONDITION
NOTE: * Steering shudder can be expected in new
vehicles and vehicles with recent steering system
repairs. Shudder should dissipate after the vehicle
has been driven several weeks.
NOTE: ** To evaluate this condition, it may be nec-
essary to disconnect the coupling at the base of the
steering column. Turn the steering wheel and feel or
listen for internal rubbing in steering column. To
avoid damaging the column clockspring, note the
following. Before disconnecting coupling, place
tires in the straight-ahead position and center steer-
ing wheel. Once disconnected, DO NOT rotate
steering wheel more than one revolution in either
POWER STEERING FLUID
CONDITION
LOW FLUID LEVEL WITH
VISIBLE LEAK.
AERATED FLUID.*
RESERVOIR FLUID
OVERFLOW AND FLUID
THAT IS MILKY IN COLOR
NOTE: * Extremely cold temperatures may cause
power steering fluid aeration. Aeration should sub-
side as fluid warms.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
9. Loose inner tie rod.
10. Defective steering gear rotary
valve.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
1. Loose power steering hose
fittings.
2. Damaged or missing fitting seal,
gasket, or O-ring.
3. Power steering component
leaking.
1. Low fluid level.
2. Air leak at supply hose, power
steering fluid reservoir or pump.
3. Cracked power steering pump
housing.
1. Water contamination of power
steering fluid.
9. Replace power steering gear.
10. Replace power steering gear.
direction and place steering wheel in original loca-
tion before reconnecting coupling. If this position is
lost, the steering column clockspring must be
recentered following the procedure found within the
procedure for steering column installation in the
steering column section.
NOTE: *** Increased low speed or stationary steer-
ing effort can be expected if the steering fluid is at
a high temperature. High fluid temperature usually
results from high engine rpm due to trailer towing,
ascending grades, or racing the engine for pro-
longed periods of time.
1. Tighten the fitting to its specified torque.
2. Replace as necessary.
3. Repair or replace the leaking component
as required.
1. Fill power steering fluid reservoir to
proper level.
2. Inspect for proper sealing. Repair as
necessary.
3. Replace the power steering pump.
1. Drain the power steering fluid from the
system. Flush the system with fresh clean
power steering fluid, drain, then refill to the
proper level.
CORRECTION
CORRECTION
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