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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 238 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESPOWER STEERING FLUID LEAKS
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Power Steering Fluid Leaks
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Power Steering Fluid Leaks
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Power Steering Fluid Leaks
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the Power Steering System General Description and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Power Steering System |
| 2 | Verify that power steering fluid leaks are present. Is the power steering system leaking? |
Go to Step 3 | System OK |
| 3 | Inspect the power steering system fittings. Are the fittings leaking? |
Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect the power steering hoses. Are the hoses leaking? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Inspect the power steering pump and the reservoir for leaks. Is the power steering pump or reservoir leaking? |
Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Inspect the power steering gear for leaks. Is the power steering gear leaking? |
Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 11 |
| 7 | Tighten the fittings. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 11 | - |
| 8 | Replace the power steering hoses. Refer to the appropriate procedure(s):
Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 11 | - |
| 9 | Replace the power steering pump or reservoir. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement or Power Steering Reservoir Replacement - Off Vehicle (CB Series) . Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 11 | - |
| 10 | Replace the power steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Gear Replacement (Automatic Transmission) or Power Steering Gear Replacement (Manual Transmission) . Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 11 | - |
| 11 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.