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Power Steering System: Other Saab 9-4X I

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Poor Return of Steering Wheel

StepActionYesNo
DEFINITION: After completing a turn, extra steering input is required for the steering wheel to return to center.
1Did you review the Power Steering System Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections?Go to Step 2Go to SYMPTOMS - POWER STEERING SYSTEM
2Verify that poor return of the steering wheel is present. Does the system operate normally?System OKGo to Step 3
3Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE . Lubricate the tie rod ends and ball joints, if applicable. Inspect the suspension system for worn or damaged components. Repair if necessary. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 12Go to Step 4
4Rotate the steering wheel ONE revolution in both directions. Rotate the steering wheel back to the original position. Was the steering wheel abnormally difficult to rotate in either direction?Go to Step 5Go to Step 10
5NOTE: Position the wheels straight ahead. Do NOT rotate the steering wheel more than one complete revolution from center. Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering column. Note the position of the steering wheel and rotate the steering wheel ONE revolution in both directions. Rotate the steering wheel back to the original position. Was the steering wheel abnormally difficult to rotate in either direction?Go to Step 11Go to Step 6
6Inspect the intermediate shaft for stiff or loose joints. Repair or replace as necessary. Did you find and complete the repair?Go to Step 12Go to Step 7
7Remove the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . Disconnect both outer tie rod ends from the steering knuckles. Use your hands in order to move the tie rod end studs. If abnormally difficult to move, replace the tie rod end. If equipped with recirculating ball steering, ensure that idler and pitman arm joints are not to stiff. Repair if necessary. Did you find and complete the repair?Go to Step 12Go to Step 8
8Use your hands to rotate the steering knuckle inboard and outboard in order to inspect for a binding strut bearings, ball joints, or axle. Repair or replace any abnormally stiff or loose components. Did you find and complete the repair?Go to Step 12Go to Step 9
9Inspect for binding in the steering gear. If a binding is present, repair or replace the steering gear. Did you find and complete the repair?Go to Step 12Go to Step 10
10Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust as necessary. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT MEASUREMENT . Did you find and complete the repair?Go to Step 12
11Inspect the steering column for a binding. If a binding is present, repair or replace the steering column as necessary. Did you find and complete the repair?Go to Step 12
12Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition?System OK
NOTE
Position the wheels straight ahead. Do NOT rotate the steering wheel more than one complete revolution from center.

Steering Effort Too Easy in One or Both Directions

StepActionYesNo
1Did you review the Power Steering System Description and perform the necessary inspections?Go to Step 2Go to SYMPTOMS - POWER STEERING SYSTEM
2Verify that the steering effort is too easy in one or both directions. Does the system operate normally?System OKGo to Step 3
3Perform the power steering test procedure. Refer to POWER STEERING SYSTEM TEST . Did you complete the operation?Go to Step 4
4Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition?System OKGo to Step 3

Effort Hard in One or Both Directions

StepActionYesNo
1Did you review the Power Steering System General Description and perform the necessary inspections?Go to Step 2Go to SYMPTOMS - POWER STEERING SYSTEM
2Verify that the steering effort is hard in one or both directions. Does the system operate normally?System OKGo to Step 3
3Perform the power steering test procedure. Refer to POWER STEERING SYSTEM TEST . Did you complete the operation?Go to Step 4
4Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition?System OKGo to Step 3
Object code - IDDescriptionConditionVariantModel yearCorrectionTime (hrs)
64407-01Solenoid2011010.7
64410-01Power steering gear, comp.4WD2011013.5
64410-02Power steering gear, comp.FWD2011012.8
64418-01Pipe4WD2011013.4
64418-02PipeFWD2011012.5
64430-01HosePower Steering Fluid Reservoir Outlet Hose Replacement2011010.6
64430-02HosePower Steering Fluid Reservoir Inlet Hose Replacement2011010.4
64431-01Feed hose, conduit2011010.7
64432-01Return hose, conduitPower Steering Gear Outlet and Fluid Reservoir Inlet Hose Replacement2011011.3
64432-02Return hose, conduitPower Steering Gear Outlet Pipe/Hose Replacement2011011.6
64433-01Pump2011011.5
64434-01Pulley2011011.0
64440-01Oil container2011010.5
64442-01Cover, oil tank2011010.2
64447-01Cooling coilPower Steering Fluid Cooler Replacement2011011.7
64447-02Cooling coilFluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Hose Replacement2011011.7
64448-01Heat Shield2011010.2

Correction

  1. 01 - Replacement
  2. 02 - Removal - Refit
  3. 03 - Renovate
  4. 04 - Paint
  5. 05 - Adjust
  6. 06 - Change comp. unit
  7. 07 - Lubricate - Clean - Polish
  8. 08- Check/Fault search
  9. 09 - Expose
  10. 10 - Install new
  11. 11 - Transfer

Time studies - Steering linkage

Object code - IDDescriptionModel yearCorrectionTerminalTime (hrs)
63111-01Steering swivel member20110103040.7
63212-01Lower swing arm20110103040.6
63214-01Bushing20110103040.5
  1. 01 - Replacement
  2. 02 - Removal - Refit
  3. 03 - Renovate
  4. 04 - Paint
  5. 05 - Adjust
  6. 06 - Change comp. unit
  7. 07 - Lubricate - Clean - Polish
  8. 08- Check/Fault search
  9. 09 - Expose
  10. 10 - Install new
  11. 11 - Transfer

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