51–1 POWER STEERING – POWER STEERING SYSTEM POWER STEERING SYSTEM 5107U–01 PRECAUTION 1. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ON SRS AIRBAG SYSTEM (a) The vehicle is equipped with SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) such as the driver airbag and front passenger airbag. Failure to carry out service operation in correct sequence could cause the SRS to unexpectedly deploy during servicing, possibly leading to a serious accident. Before servicing (includ- ing removal or installation of parts, inspection or replacement), be sure to read the precautionary notice for the supplemental restraint system (See page 60–1). 2004 COROLLA (RM1037U) AuthorĂ: DateĂ: 1536 51–2 POWER STEERING – POWER STEERING SYSTEM 5105L–02 PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE HINT: Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the probability of the cause of the problem. Check each part in the order shown. If necessary, repair or replace these parts. Symptom Suspect Area See page 1. Tires (Improperly inflated) 28–1 2. Power steering fluid level (Low) 51–3 3. Drive belt (Loose) 14–4 4. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) 26–5 Hard steering 5. Steering system joints (Worn) – 6. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) 26–17 7. Steering column (Binding) – 8. Power steering vane pump 51–8 9. Power steering gear 51–18 1. Tires (Improperly inflated) 28–1 2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) 26–5 Poor return 3. Steering column (Binding) – 4. Power steering gear 51–18 1. Steering system joints (Worn) – 2. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) 26–17 Excessive play 3. Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn) – 4. Front wheel bearing (Worn) 30–17 5. Power steering gear 51–18 1. Power steering fluid level (Low) 51–3 2. Steering system joints (Worn) – Abnormal noise 3. Power steering vane pump 51–8 4. Power steering gear 51–18 2004 COROLLA (RM1037U) AuthorĂ: DateĂ: 1537 51–3 POWER STEERING – POWER STEERING SYSTEM 5105M–02 ON–VEHICL