Buick Regal: Symptoms - Power Steering System
NOTE: Review the system description and operation in order to
familiarize yourself
with the system functions. Refer to Power Steering System Description and
Operation (Electronic Power Steering).
Visual/Physical Inspection
- Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the
power steering system.
- Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious
damage or conditions which
could cause the symptom.
Symptoms List
Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to
diagnose the symptom:
- Increase in Effort While Turning Steering Wheel
- Poor Return of Steering Wheel
- Steering Wheel Surges/Jerks While Turning
- Rattle, Clunk, Pop or Shudder Noise from the Power Steering System
- Whine or Growl Noise from the Power Steering System
RATTLE, CLUNK, POP OR SHUDDER NOISE FROM THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM
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WHINE OR GROWL NOISE FROM THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM
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CH-39570 Chassis Ear
Equivalent regional tools:Special Tools
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INCREASE IN EFFORT WHILE TURNING STEERING WHEEL
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POOR RETURN OF STEERING WHEEL
DEFINITION: After completing a turn, extra steering input is required
for the steering wheel to
return to center.
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STEERING WHEEL SURGES/JERKS WHILE TURNING
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STEERING EFFORT HARD OR TOO EASY IN ONE OR BOTH DIRECTIONS
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When the condition is not currently present, but is indicated in DTC history,
the cause may be in
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Disassembly Procedure
WARNING: Brake Dust Warning.
WARNING: Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
WARNING: Do not place fingers in front of the caliper piston(s) in an
attempt to
catch or protect it when applying compressed air. The piston(s) can fly
out with force and could result in serious bodily injur
Warning:
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in storage compartments.
In a crash, these objects may
cause the cover to open and
could result in injury.
Glove Box
Lift up the handle to open the
glove box.
Cupholders
There are two cupholders in the
front storage area. Slide the cover
to access them