Momentary Reduction of Power Steering (P/S) Assist On Initial Start Up With Low Ambient Temperatures (Replace P/S Pump)

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).

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.

Important: DO NOT REPLACE the following steering gears as the steering gear WILL NOT correct this condition:

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 are currently available from GMSPO.

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use: