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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 472 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic
Section 472 (Power Steering System)
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Section 472 (Power Steering System)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 GMC Canyon and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Specifications
- Component Locator
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Symptoms - Power Steering System
- Power Steering System Test
- Power Steering Fluid Leaks
- Rattle, Clunk, or Shudder Noise from the Power Steering System
- Whine or Growl Noise from the Power Steering System
- Poor Return of Steering Wheel
- Steering Effort Too Easy in One or Both Directions
- Steering Effort Hard in One or Both Directions
- Repair Instructions
- Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Inspection
- Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Inspection
- Power Steering System Bleeding
- Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
- Power Steering System Flushing
- Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement (LH9)
- Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement (LLV, LLR)
- Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement (LH9)
- Power Steering Pump Replacement (LLV, LLR)
- Power Steering Pump Replacement (LH9)
- Power Steering Pump Bracket Replacement
- Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Power Steering Pump Shaft Seal Replacement
- Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
- Power Steering Gear Inlet and Outlet Hose Replacement (LLV, LLR)
- Power Steering Gear Inlet and Outlet Hose Replacement (LH9)
- Steering Gear Replacement
- Steering Gear Rack Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle
- Steering Gear Boot and Breather Tube Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement
- Steering Gear Cylinder Pipe Assembly and Seals 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.