1996 Chevy Lumina Van - Engine and Car Noises


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davis2
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Nov 23, 2006, 5:55 AM

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Over the summer,the power steering reservoir went dry due to a minor leak (that I cannot locate) that I forgot to top off.After I filled the reservoir,the van steers well to the right,but you work yer butt off to steer right.Bad rack? Or could it possibly be an air bubble?Otherwise it is a good vehicle with 215,000 miles.

steve01832
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Nov 23, 2006, 6:33 AM

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Have a shop put a high pressure guage on it to ensure the pump puts out correct pressure. If it is O.K. you more than likely need a new rack. GM vehicles are notorious for sticking valve bodies, especially when the engine is cold. Once it warms up the fluid thins out and the rack frees up. That's an indication that the valve bodies are sticking due to old age and internal buildup of sludge. Also, you can try pushing the bellows up the inner tie rod towards the rack, if any fluid is inside the bellows, the seal is blown and the rack is in need of replacement.

Steve

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davis2
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Dec 2, 2006, 7:13 AM

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I have it sold,the new owner will let me know what the problem was,hopefully.

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