The video above shows you the steps needed to check the power steering fluid level in your 2008 Saturn Vue. There are a few reasons why you are hearing power steering pump noise from your car. Or, stop by an AutoZone and receive trustworthy advice from our helpful staff. If that's ok your possibly looking at a problem with the rack itself. Maybe you've heard it at a stop light.
It will only get worse and, could jam on you while driving. Actual repair costs will vary based upon labor rates, time required for repair, actual parts used, your vehicle condition or other circumstances pertinent to your particular repair job. And told me not to engage the parking brake till a mechanic in my city will fix the problem. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that aluminum was in the power steering pump. We have an 08 Saturn Vue and it most certainly does have an electric steering assist motor. This whining noise can be subtle or extremely loud and may be worse in colder weather, or right when you first start your car. If you discover a power steering leak, rather than simply continuing to add fluid every time it gets low, you should fix the problem permanently so you don't have to continue to check your power steering fluid level.
Original designs are scrutinized for potential improvement, and where applicable, design upgrades are implemented to produce a more durable part than the original. In this case, you may be able to help reduce your power steering pump noise by choosing a different type of power steering fluid, like a synthetic fluid. The 3 recalls are as follows: 1. They feature 100 percent computerized and hydraulic testing or proper flow, pressure, leakage and performance. At high speeds, a positive current is commanded, which creates steering resistance. Before that happened, the steering wheel had been acting strangely - much vibration and play.
I did receive a notice a few years ago but since my vehicle was still okay at the time, I never brought it in. The power steering pump may be the fault. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. Your power steering pump may also be making noises due to air trapped in the system. Checking the power steering fluid level in your Vue is relatively easy and should be done once a month or if you are experienced difficulty turning the wheel or steering your Vue. I would like to know what is the problem or what part I need to replace.
Saturn actually has a bulletin out on this problem but they won't cover it unless you're under warranty - no recall for this. At medium speeds no current is commanded and steering is assisted by hydraulics only. In this case, you would hear the noise but not see any other adverse effect like a loss in power steering, leaking fluid or a wobbly pulley. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered to pay for the vehicle to be towed to the dealer, but would not cover the cost of the diagnostic test. The noise is a mix of a whirring and a whining and will always vary with the speed of your engine whether your car is driving or in park. Any knowledge of other people having these problems, is the manufacturer responsible for these? There is no power steering fluid reservoir in our particular model 2. On Friday October 26, 2018, my battery died.
My concern that the car just locked up, no power or ability to move. Estimated pricing is based on the estimated time for the repair, the estimated range of labor rates based on the region in which the repair will take place, and the estimated range of price of the base parts needed for the repair. Posted on Dec 30, 2012 You are incirrect. Steering effort is increased at higher speeds to provide firmer steering road feel and directional stability. If your Saturn Vue power steering pump fails, get a replacement from AutoZone. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that aluminum was in the power steering pump.
I spend some money fixing it and it happens again. We have 18 reviews on our Power Steering Pump products for the 2008 Saturn Vue from previous customers. All critical components are tested to ensure proper function. Please advise of what type of documentation you will need for this file? Since the initial time, this has happened several more times with the vehicle. It was later discovered that the alternator was malfunctiong. Having air trapped in your power steering system can be difficult to diagnose so you may need to simply try a power steering flush to see if it solves your problem.
If the pump impeller is trying to move power steering fluid and starts catching air bubbles it can cause whining noises and vibrations to occur. Immediate attention is respectfully requested. When the key switch is in lock position and key is removed the warning chime still occurs when the door is opened. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. First, it may simply be due to the design of the pump. .
And, because the slipping doesn't occur every time I drive it, I'm being told the issue can not be duplicated. I've taken the vehicle in twice now to be attended to. Your power steering fluid reservoir is also relatively small so even a slow leak will cause a low fluid level relatively quickly. Not terribly difficult and you can get the parts from any dealer. After 15minutes I restarted it and started driving everything was fine. The power steering fluid helps make your Vue easier to turn, especially at lower speeds.