Cavalier L4-2.2L VIN F (2004)
Power Steering Pump: Customer Interest
Steering - Momentary P/S Reduction On Initial Start Up
File In Section: 02 - Steering
Bulletin No.: 03-02-32-001B
Date: July, 2004
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Momentary Reduction Of Power Steering (P/S) Assist On Initial Start Up With Low Ambient Temperatures (Replace P/S Pump)
Models:
2002-2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
2004-2005 Chevrolet Classic
2002-2004 Oldsmobile Alero
2002-2005 Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire
with 4 Cylinder, 2.2L Gasoline Engine (VIN F - RPO L61)
This bulletin is being revised to add the 2005 model year for Chevrolet and Pontiac, add the Classic model and update the Parts Information. Please
discard Corporate Bulletin Number 03-02-32-001A (Section 02 - Steering).
Condition
Some customers may comment on a momentary reduction of power steering (P/S) assist on initial start up with low ambient temperatures about -12°C
(10°F). The system returns to full assist after the vehicle has run for a few seconds.
Correction
Important:
DO NOT REPLACE the following steering gears as the steering gear WILL NOT correct this condition:
^
26073992
^
26086616
^
26068967
^
26068964
^
26074935
Replace the P/S pump, P/N 26047567. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement, 2.2L (L61) and 2.4L (LD9) (SI Document ID # 790711) and Power
Steering Reservoir Replacement - Off Vehicle CB Series (SI Document ID # 482359).
Parts Information
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.
