GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

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1

Did you review the Power Steering System General Description and perform the necessary inspections?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Symptoms - Power Steering System

2

Verify that power steering fluid leaks are present.

Is the power steering system leaking?

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Go to Step 3

System OK

3

Inspect the power steering system fittings.

Are the fittings leaking?

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Go to Step 9

Go to Step 4

4

Inspect the power steering hoses.

Are the hoses leaking?

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Go to Step 10

Go to Step 5

5

Inspect the power steering sensors.

Are the sensors leaking?

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Go to Step 11

Go to Step 6

6

Inspect the power steering pump, shaft seal, and the reservoir for leaks.

Is the power steering pump, shaft seal, or reservoir leaking?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 7

7

Inspect the power steering gear for leaks.

Is the power steering gear leaking?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Step 8

8

Inspect the power steering cooler for leaks.

Is the power steering cooler leaking?

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Go to Step 14

Go to Step 3

9

Tighten the fittings. Refer to the specified torque value.

Did you complete the repair?

27 N·m (20 lb ft)

Go to Step 15

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10

Replace the power steering hoses. Refer to the appropriate procedures:

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 15

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11

Replace the power steering sensors.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 15

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12

Replace the power steering pump, shaft seal, or reservoir. Refer to the appropriate procedures:

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 15

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13

Replace the power steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 15

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14

Replace the power steering cooler. Refer to Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 15

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15

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

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System OK

Go to Step 3