Excessive Wheel Kickback or Loose Steering for Pontiac Sunfire 2000

Air is present in the system.

1. Add power steering fluid to the power steering reservoir. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid .
2. Bleed the system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
3. Inspect the hose connectors for proper torque or damaged seals.

The steering gear mounting is loose.

Tighten the attaching bolts to the specified torque. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

There is a worn or damaged steering gear.

Replace the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .