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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN K2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1349 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 U
Section 1349 (Power Steering System)
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 USECTION Section 1349 (Power Steering System)
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- Specifications
- Schematic & Routing Diagrams
- Component Locator
- Diagnostic Information & Procedures
- Diagnostic Code Index
- Diagnostic Starting Point - Power Steering System
- DTC C0176
- DTC C0460
- DTC C0475
- DTC C0545
- DTC C0561
- DTC C056D
- DTC C056E
- Symptoms - Power Steering System
- Power Steering System Test
- Power Steering Fluid Leaks
- Rattle, Clunk, or Shudder Noise from the Power Steering System (Standard)
- Rattle, Clunk, or Shudder Noise from the Power Steering System (Two-Mode)
- Whine or Growl Noise from the Power Steering System (With Hydraulic Brake Booster)
- Whine or Growl Noise from the Power Steering System (Without Hydraulic Brake Booster)
- Whine or Growl Noise from the Power Steering System (Two-Mode)
- Poor Return of Steering Wheel
- Steering Effort Too Easy in One or Both Directions
- Steering Effort Hard in One or Both Directions (Standard)
- Steering Effort Hard in One or Both Directions (Two-Mode)
- Repair Instructions
- Rack & Pinion Steering Linkage Inspection
- Power Steering System Bleeding
- Checking & Adding Power Steering Fluid (Without Hydroboost)
- Checking & Adding Power Steering Fluid (With Hydroboost)
- Power Steering System Flushing
- Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement (4.3L, 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L)
- Power Steering Pump Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L & 6.2L)
- Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Power Steering Pump Shaft Seal Replacement
- Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
- Steering Gear Boot Replacement - On Vehicle
- Power Steering Fluid Cooler Replacement (with Hydroboost)
- Power Steering Fluid Cooler Replacement (without Hydroboost)
- Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement (Gas Without Hydroboost)
- Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement (Gas With Hydroboost)
- Power Steering Gear Outlet Pipe/Hose Replacement (Gas Without Hydroboost)
- Power Steering Gear Outlet Pipe/Hose Replacement (Gas With Hydroboost)
- Electronic Power Steering Motor Control Module Replacement
- Steering Gear Replacement (Rack & Pinion)
- Steering Gear Replacement (Non-Rack and Pinion)
- Steering Gear Replacement (Two Mode Hybrid)
- Steering Gear Rack Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle
- Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement (Standard)
- Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement (Two Mode Hybrid)
- Steering Gear Cylinder Pipe Assembly & Seals Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Steering Gear Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle
- Steering Gear Pitman Shaft & Housing Cover Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Steering Gear Pitman Shaft Seal and Bearing Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Stub Shaft Housing Replacement
- Power Steering Wiring Harness Extension Harness Replacement (Two Mode Hybrid)
- Power Steering Assist Motor Replacement
- Power Brake Booster Inlet Hose Replacement
- Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Inspection
- Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Inspection
- Power Brake Booster Outlet Hose Replacement
- Description & Operation
- Special Tools & 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.