Increase in Effort While Turning Steering Wheel

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Pontiac G5 Pursuit, 2007 Pontiac G5, and 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Step	Action	Yes	No
1	Did you review the Power Steering System Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections?	Go to Step 2	Go to Power Steering System Description and Operation
2	Verify that there is an increase in effort while turning is present. Does the system operate normally?	System OK	Go to Step 3
3	Check for the following tire related conditions: Incorrect tire inflation Improper tire size Did you find and correct the condition?	Go to Step 10	Go to Step 4
4	Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Check for a binding or worn tie rod end. Is the tie rod binding or worn?	Go to Step 7	Go to Step 5
5	Check for a worn or binding intermediate shaft. Is the intermediate shaft worn or binding?	Go to Step 8	Go to Step 6
6	Check for a worn or binding steering gear. Is the steering worn or binding?	Go to Step 9	System OK
7	Replace the outer tie rod end. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement . Did you complete the repair?	Go to Step 10	-
8	Replace the intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement . Did you complete the repair?	Go to Step 10	-
9	Replace the steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Gear Replacement . Did you complete the repair?	Go to Step 10	-
10	Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition?	System OK	Go to Step 3