Cutlass V6-191 3.1L VIN M SFI (1998)
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Low fluid level in pump reservoir.
STEERING WHEEL SURGES OR JERKS WHEN TURNING WITH ENGINE RUNNING (ESPECIALLY DURING PARKING, OR COLD)
Inspect:
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Belt slipping.
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Insufficient pump pressure
EXCESSIVE WHEEL KICKBACK OR LOOSE STEERING
Inspect:
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Air in system.
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Steering gear attachments loose.
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Intermediate shaft loose.
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Tie rod ends loose.
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Hub and bearing assembly worn.
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Rack bearing preload.
HARD STEERING OR LACK OF ASSIST (ESPECIALLY DURING PARKING)
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Loose or worn intermediate shaft.
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Loose belt.
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Insufficient pump pressure.
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High internal leakage in gear or pump.