GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Problem

Action

The steering wheel surges or jerks.

Inspect the vehicle for the following conditions:

    • A defective tire
    • A bad tire
    • A sluggish steering gear valve spool
    • A serpentine drive belt which is in one of the following conditions:
       - Loose
       - Soaked with oil
    • Air in the power steering system