Section 11-00: Steering System—Service
1994 Mustang Workshop Manual
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING

Inspection and Verification

  1. Verify the vehicle owner's original concern by operating the steering system when driving to duplicate the condition.
  1. Inspect to determine if any of the following mechanical concerns apply:

    Mechanical
    • Tire pressure, loose wheels.
    • Loose tie rod ends, inner ball joints.
    • Loose suspension struts or ball joints.
    • Loose universal joints.
    • Loose connecting bolts on column intermediate shaft.
    • Loose steering gear assembly.
    • Improper drive belt tension.
    • Binding or misaligned steering column.
    • Power steering pump fluid level, hose leak or line restrictions.

  1. If the concern(s) remain after the inspection, determine the symptoms and proceed to the following Symptom Chart.