Chevrolet Cobalt Service & Repair Manual: Power Steering System Leak, Inspection
| Most modern cars come equipped
with hydraulic power steering, as systems age they can wear out. Power steering
fluid leaks (depending on severity) will cause the power steering system
to stop working. |
| Always clean all power steering
components, hoses and lines before starting the inspection. The origination
of the leak can be narrowed down considerably during cleaning. |
| Caution: Always wear safety
glasses when working on or near the power steering system. |
| 1. |
Fill power steering reservoir to full
line with power steering fluid. |
| 2. |
Start engine and listen for any abnormal
noise coming from pump. |
| 3. |
Turn steering wheel to righthand lock,
turn to lefthand lock then center wheels. |
| 4. |
Inspect reservoir seal to pump. |
| 5. |
Inspect hoses and lines around power
steering pump for possible fluid leaks. |
| 6. |
Raise and support vehicle using a suitable
vehicle lift. |
| 7. |
Inspect seals of rack and pinion or
recirculating ball unit for fluid leaks. |
| 8. |
Once leak has been detected repair
system as required. |
| 9. |
Perform inspection again after repairs
are complete. |
|
1.
Remove power steering reservoir and
disconnect return hose.
2.
Start engine and drain fluid into a
suitable container.
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1.
Ensure front wheels are in straight
ahead position, then secure steering wheel to prevent rotation.
2.
Raise and support vehicle, then ...
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We recommend that children and child restraints be
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