FixVault

In Vehicle

  1. Place vehicle on level dry floor. Inflate tires to specified pressure. Ensure power steering fluid is at normal operating temperature.
  2. With steering wheel in straight ahead (centered) position, turn steering wheel one complete turn. Using spring gauge attached to outer spoke of wheel, measure turning force.
  3. Turning force should be 5.5-6.6 lbs. (2.3-3.0 kg) on PB48S gearbox and 9 lbs. (4.1 kg) or less on PB56S gearbox. If turning force is not to specifications, remove steering gear. Recheck turning force.