John Deere 318 - Manual (Page 391)

D
LOST MOTION AT STEERING WHEEL
• Check for loose or worn steering linkage.
• Check for steering valve loose at mounting.
• Bleed hydraulic system: See Section 270, Group 20.
E
HIGH STEERING EFFORT IN ONE DIRECTION
• Check for binding of linkage or cylinder rod binding in cylinder barrel.
• Check for bent or restricted return line.
• Test for steering system leakage: GO TO Æ
• Inspect plate valve for sticking: See Section 60.
F
HIGH STEERING EFFORT IN BOTH DIRECTIONS
• Check for improperly mounted tires or wheels.
• Check for binding of steering linkage and cylinder.
• Check for bent or restricted return line, oil cooler (if equipped) or oil filter.
• Check implement relief pressure. See Section 250.
• Check for steering valve check ball missing, damaged, or in “IN” port: See Section 60.
• Adjust engine rpm: See Section 220.
• Check for dirt accumulation on transmission causing transmission to overheat: GO TO ‘
• Check for high draft load causing transmission to overheat: GO TO ‘
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