GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Problem

Action

Internal leakage is high.

Check for external leakage.

The steering gear valve spool is sticking or damaged.

Replace the steering gear.

Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .

Pump pressure is insufficient.

Replace the pump.

Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .

The fluid level is low.

Check the fluid level.

Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid .