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Vehicle make/model = 1996 Buick Riviera
Mileage = 115,000
Engine size = 3800 Supercharged
dash lights = no
codes = no
work done prior = none
work done to repair = none
tip/donation no = buttonId
tech = JK
question = This model has a magnasteer system. The problem is that
power assist works fine when turning right but is like manual steering when
attempting to turn left.
My wife said she heard a "pop" sound when turning left at the time it
stopped working. PWRST fluid is full and not leaking. No warning lights
came on. The Belt is new, the tensioner is less than tight but not
loose. I hate to replace the whole Rack/pinion if it can be repaired as it
is very expensive. Can you help?





JK:
Sorry to say but this does sound like the steering rack has an internal problem. It
could not be the pump or lines, because you have power assit in one dirrection,
and these items do not know the difference between a rt. or left turn.

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