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How do you remove the variable assist control from the old power steering pump on a 1999 Pontiac Grand Am?
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∙ 12y ago
i just did a 1996 Pontiac grand am , and according to CAPS there are two separate Power Steering pumps for variable/non-variable steering ,so u need to verify which you have and look at the item b4 to make sure its the right one ,, why waste time ya know ---JAS
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How can you tell if the power steering pump has variable assist?
the Pump does not control this, it is internal to the steering gear system, usually a "Steering Rack" Telling if or not will be a matter of getting the Steering Rack # and checking to see if it capable of variable boost.
Why would the abs traction control variable power steering and stability control service lights all come on at the same time on a 2004 Pontiac?
The problem could be that the Electronic Brake Control Module has gone bad. I have a 2001 Grand Prix GTP which the EBCM has gone bad, which in turn has killed my ABS and Traction Control, and has also affected the variable assist steering. As I understand it, the EBCM is tied into all the hydraulic systems in the car, which is why the steering is affected.
The difference between a NV7 and a N40 rack and pinion?
NV7 is with Variable Effort Steering. N40 is with Non-Variable Effort Steering. Check the "Service Parts Identification" sticker for your car. Variable Effort Steering will have an electronic control valve on one side of the power steering pump with an electrical connector. The Variable Effort Steering "EVO" valve adjust the amount of power steering assist. It is intended to make the steering stiffer at higher speeds. This helps prevent the vehicle from wandering at highway speeds.
Which correctly describes speed sensitive variable assist steering?
Increases assist at highway speeds to increase maneuverability
Changed power steering pump so why wont the the windstar1999 steer properly?
You have more stuff in the system than just a pump. You have a steering rack that has valves in it that could be sticking. You may have a variable assist valve if you are equipped with variable assist steering. You have lines and linkages that could a have a problem. If you installed the pump, but did not make sure the pressure valve was not in place on the high pressure line, you may have a problem there.
What causes intermittent power steering electrically on 97 suburbans?
One common problem is a faulty steering position sensor. This $60 sensor, located at the base of the steering column (inside the vehicle), tells the variable assist power steering how fast you are turning the steering wheel. When faulty, it will cause lurching and surging in the steering - feels like loose parts.
Electrically what affects power steering on a 97 4wd suburban or can cause intermittent power steering?
Heavy electrical load and a badly worn and or loose belt that is slipping! There is a steering position sensor at the base of the steering column that tells the variable assist power steering how fast you are turning the steering wheel. When it gets faulty, there will be lurches and surges in the steering. Easy to replace, costs about $60 from GM.
Has anyone ever converted a 1977 ford f250 power assist steering over to power steering?
Power assist steering and Power Steering are the same thing, just difrent names from difrent Manufacturers.
What is the label for the auxillary power fuse on an 2007 Pontiac G6 Is it EPS?
EPS is the 80 amp fuse for the Electric power assist steering. It is connected directly to the Hot or Red side of the battery.
What is speed sensitive power steering?
When the car is driven at low speed, the power steering gives full assist so the driver can turn the steering wheel easily. Parking or turning tight corners can be done with little effort. As vehicle speed increases, the mount of power steering assist is reduced and the steering wheel becomes harder to turn. This gives the driver more feedback about road conditions through the steering wheel and better vehicle control. If an emergency arises and the driver needs to turn the steering wheel quickly, the full power assist is provided almost immediately after the wheel is turned only a few degrees.
What does VAPS mean in a car fuse box?
Online, I saw that abbreviation paired with "wipers." i.e.: "wipers and vaps" All that I found for what it could mean was a post that mentioned "variable assist power steering."
What causes the power steering to surge to the rightWhen you go that direction Concerned between 30-70mph Just changed water pump and it is worse?
One cause for "surging" or uneven steering on late model GM vehicles is a faulty steering sensor. This steering position sensor tells the variable assist power steering how fast you are moving the steering wheel. Very easy to change - located at the base of the steering column inside the vehicle. Costs about $60 from GM.
