SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 23
TROUBLESHOOTING
Power Steering
Poor, Erratic, or No Assist
Cause
Special Information
Drive belt
Worn, broken or out of adjustment
Low fluid level
Air leak in lines, pump, or air from
installation. Refer to SECTION 9A for
bleeding procedure.
Air in system
Refer to SECTION 9A for bleeding proce-
dure.
Leaking hoses
Cable or helm partially frozen from rust or
corrosion; cable over-lubricated; improper
cable installation.
Steering cables and/or steering helm
Refer to appropriate Sterndrive Service
Manual
Binding in stern drive unit
Restriction in hydraulic hoses
Causes a loss of pressure
Control valve not positioned properly, not
balanced properly, or the mounting nut is
loose
Mounting bracket adjusting screw loose or
mounting tube is loose
Faulty pump
Flow control valve may be sticking
Worn piston ring or scored housing bore in Causes loss of pressure
cylinder.
Leaking valve body or loose fitting spool
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Product Specification
Categories | Mercury MerCruiser Manuals |
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Tags | Mercury MerCruiser 454 CID, Mercury MerCruiser 502 CID |
Model Year | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
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