Problem with my 2005 Chevy Malibu
2.3L 4 cyl.
Power Steering problem
GM tech = Any
question = I was driving down the interstate this morning and the power
steering message came up on my dash as my steering tightened up. After I
restarted the car it began working again. Is this normal or am I going to
need to have something replaced?
2.3L 4 cyl.
Power Steering problem
GM tech = Any
question = I was driving down the interstate this morning and the power
steering message came up on my dash as my steering tightened up. After I
restarted the car it began working again. Is this normal or am I going to
need to have something replaced?
There are three types of power steering systems used on passenger
vehicles. The first and most popular is known as power rack-and-pinion
steering. It utilizes a power unit built directly into the rack assembly. When
the wheel turns, an internal rotary valve directs the flow of power steering
fluid to the proper end of the power cylinder. The difference in pressure
on either side of this cylinder assists in moving the rack, thereby easing
steering. A control valve then returns excess fluid to the main reservoir.
vehicles. The first and most popular is known as power rack-and-pinion
steering. It utilizes a power unit built directly into the rack assembly. When
the wheel turns, an internal rotary valve directs the flow of power steering
fluid to the proper end of the power cylinder. The difference in pressure
on either side of this cylinder assists in moving the rack, thereby easing
steering. A control valve then returns excess fluid to the main reservoir.
JK:
First of all, no this is not a normal condition for the electric steering system.
The power steering light and loss of power assist indicates a problem. There
are a couple of things that cause this.A failing sensor in the steering column, a
problem in the steering control module, or a voltage problem between the
alternator and ignition coil assembly (a service bulletin applies).Either way, the
system would need to be scanned for computer codes. The stored code(S) is
the key to determine where the problem is.
First of all, no this is not a normal condition for the electric steering system.
The power steering light and loss of power assist indicates a problem. There
are a couple of things that cause this.A failing sensor in the steering column, a
problem in the steering control module, or a voltage problem between the
alternator and ignition coil assembly (a service bulletin applies).Either way, the
system would need to be scanned for computer codes. The stored code(S) is
the key to determine where the problem is.
