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Increase in Effort While Turning Steering Wheel for Chevrolet Chevy P42 Commercial Chassis 1998

Problem

Action

Low oil level in the pump

Add power steering fluid as required. Refer to one of the following procedures:

The pump belt is slipping.

Refer to Engine Cooling.

High internal leakage (steering gear or pump)

Refer to Power Steering System Test .