GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Inspect the hydraulic system. Make a pressure test with J 5176-D . Refer to the Power Steering System Test Procedure.

Does the pressure reading indicate a problem?

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Go to Step  2

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2

Check for improper rack bearing preload.

Is the rack bearing preload appropriate?

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Go to Step  3

Go to Steering Gear Rack Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle in Power Steering System

3

Check for a bind or a catch in the steering gear.

Is there a bind or a catch in the steering gear?

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Go to Steering Gear Replacement in Power Steering System

Go to Step 4

4

Check for a pinched hose or line.

Is a hose or a line pinched?

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Go to Power Steering Pressure Hose Replacement in Power Steering System

Go to Step 5

5

Check for proper positioning of the intermediate shaft boot.

Is the intermediate shaft boot positioned properly?

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System OK

Go to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column-Standard