GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

The lip seals seal the rotating shafts. The lip seals require special treatment. Lip seals are used on the steering gear at the following locations:

    â€¢ The pinion shaft
    â€¢ The pump drive shaft.

When a leak occurs in these areas, complete the following steps:

    â€¢ Inspect the sealing surface.
    â€¢ Clean the sealing surface.
    â€¢ Replace the seal.

If corrosion in the lip seal contact zone is slight, clean the surface of the shaft using a crocus cloth. Replace the shaft only under the following conditions:

    â€¢ You find such severe pitting that cleaning the shaft will not stop the leak
    â€¢ Unit Repair procedures indicate that the shaft is replaceable.