GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

Tools Required

    • J 39200 DMM
    • J 35616-200 Test Light

1

Was the Hydraulic Brake System Diagnostic Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check .

2

Inspect the following power steering system components for comtamination:

    • Power steering gear
    • Power steering pump
    • Hydraulic brake booster
    • Power steering hoses

Is the power steering system fluid contaminated?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

  1. Flush the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Flushing in Power Steering System.
  2. Replace the hydraulic brake booster. Refer to Power Brake Booster Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 6

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4

Check the hydraulic brake booster to power steering pump hose for the following:

    • Kinks
    • Sharp bends
    • Restrictions

Do any of the above conditions apply?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check

5

Reroute or replace the hose. Refer to Power Steering Hoses Replacement in Power Steering Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 6

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6

Verify proper brake system operation.

Does the original condition still exist?

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Verify customer complaint. Begin the diagnosis again. Go to Step 1.

Go to Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check