2007-08-31 05:17:25 · 3 answers · asked by steenmatthew 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Chevrolet
I have seen a few of these vehicles have the power steering fail all at once due to the shaft going into the power steering pump breaking...you can check this by inserting a big screwdriver or prybar behind the drive pulley and prying it forward if you get more than a 1/4 inch of movement...its broke and you need a new pump
2007-09-01 01:24:39 · answer #1 · answered by John A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check the fluid condition and level first. I would then get the pressues checked or detemine if the pump is working when you turn the wheel. If that's okay, get the PCM-BCM scanned for codes as there is sensors for the power steering system as well. The one that usually causes a problem is located at the base of the steering column inside the cab of the truck. It is not only a position sensor, but a speed sensor which enables the pump to build pressure when the wheel is spun fast. Good luck.
2007-08-31 13:49:28 · answer #2 · answered by Deano 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First thing is check the power steering fluid. Then if it is full, you will need to check the power steering pressure, most shops have this tester. If the power steering pump is ok, it could be seized up tie rod ends or ball joints.
I have seen ball joints get seized and cause very hard steering.
2007-08-31 12:25:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋