194002430 - S036 NOISE '' POWER ASSISTED STEERING / WITH THE STEERING WHEEL STATIONARY

After operating the steering numerous times, a noise is heard when the steering wheel is left still

0	PRELIMINARY CHECKS	ALL OK	PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED	ACTION
	Visually inspect the power assisted steering fluid in the reservoir.Conduct a test by steering fully to one side and then releasing the steering wheel.	Move on to Step 1	1. Fluid level too low	1. Restore the correct level
			2. The noise heard is a knock/striking noise	2. Move on to Step 1
			3. A blowing noise is heard in correspondence with the three steering wheel positions (120° apart)	3. No intervention is nececssary: the noise is due to normal system operation.
1	CHECK STEERING COLUMN BEARINGS	ALL OK	PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED	ACTION
	Check for excessive play in the steering column: check the condition and efficiency of the steering column mount bearings.	End of diagnosis	Bearings worn or damaged	Replace the bearings