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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2002CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN CARGO, 8.1 GREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERING SYSTEM
2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 8.1 G
Power Steering System
2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 8.1 GSECTION Power Steering System
- Specifications
- Component Locator
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Diagnostic Starting Point - Power Steering System
- Symptoms - Power Steering System
- Power Steering System Test Procedure
- Power Steering Fluid Leaks
- Rattle, Clunk, or Shudder Noise from the Power Steering System
- Whine or Growl Noise from the Power Steering System (Without Hydraulic Brake Booster)
- Steering Effort Hard in One or Both Directions
- Steering Effort Too Easy in One or Both Directions
- Repair Instructions
- Bleeding the Power Steering System
- Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
- Flushing the Power Steering System
- Remote Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement
- Power Steering Pulley Replacement
- Power Steering Pump Replacement (4.3, 5.0 and 5.7L Engines)
- Power Steering Pump Replacement (8.1 L Engine)
- Power Steering Pump Replacement (6.5L Diesel)
- Power Steering Reservoir Replacement- Off Vehicle
- Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Power Steering Pump Rear Bracket Replacement (4.3, 5.0 and 5.7L Engines)
- Power Steering Pump Rear Bracket Replacement (8.1 L Engine)
- Power Steering Pump Rear Bracket Replacement (6.5L Diesel Engine)
- Pitman Shaft Seal Replacement - On Vehicle
- Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement (4.3L Engine)
- Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement (5.0, 5.7, 6.5 Diesel and 8.1 L Engines)
- Power Steering Reservoir Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement
- Power Steering Reservoir Outlet Pipe/Hose Replacement
- Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Replacement
- Power Steering Gear Outlet Hose Replacement
- Power Brake Booster Inlet Hose Replacement
- Power Brake Booster Outlet Hose Replacement
- Power Steering Gear Replacement
- Steering Gear Stub Shaft Seals and Bearing Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Worm Thrust Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle
- Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle
- Steering Gear Pitman Shaft and Housing Cover Replacement - Off Vehicle (700 Gear)
- Steering Gear Housing End Plug Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Steering Gear Valve Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Rack Piston and Worm Shaft Replacement - Off Vehicle (700 Gear)
- Pitman Shaft Seals and Bearing Replacement - Off Vehicle (700 Gear)
- Steering Gear Check Valve Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Steering Gear Thrust Support Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Description and Operation
- Special Tools and Equipment
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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.