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Increase in Effort While Turning Steering Wheel for Cadillac Catera 2001

Problem

Action

Internal pressure leak

Inspect for a internal pressure leak.

Refer to Power Steering System Test

Insufficient pump pressure

Replace power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement

Low fluid level

Inspect fluid level. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid