Symptoms - Power Steering System: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Important: The following steps must be completed before using the symptom tables.
- Determine if the vehicle is equipped with an electrically assisted variable effort system. Perform electrical diagnosis before proceeding with mechanical diagnosis. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC STARTING POINT - VARIABLE EFFORT STEERING in VARIABLE EFFORT STEERING .
- Review the system description and operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to Power Steering System Description and Operation .