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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 5.0 MREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 917 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESPOWER STEERING SYSTEM TESTTEST DESCRIPTION
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 M

Test Description

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 MSECTION Test Description
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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 3 

    This step tests the system for restrictions.

  2. 5 

    This step tests the following components for the following conditions:

    • The pump for internal leaks
    • The power steering pipes for kinks
  3. 6 

    This step tests the ability of the pump to regulate flow at maximum pressure.

  4. 8 

    This step tests the ability of the pump to regulate flow under normal operating conditions.

  5. 10 

    This step tests the internal components of the pump and the gear.

Power Steering System Test

Step Action Values Yes No
DEFINITION: The Power Steering System Test Procedure will perform the following functions:
  • Test the operation of the hydraulic power steering.
  • Test the operation of the power steering pump and power steering gear.
  • Identify restrictions in the system.
1
NOTE:

If the power steering system has been serviced, an accurate fluid level reading cannot be obtained unless air is bled from the steering system. The air in the fluid may cause pump cavitation noise and may cause pump damage over a period of time.

RENDER: 1.0x

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