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2005 Chevy Silverado Power steering

Tiny
RICHCYR2
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  • 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 65,300 MILES
While backing into my driveway over the weekend, my power steering went out while turning to the left. It still turns to the right with no issues. While driving it today, it worked turning to the left about 75% of the time. I checked the fluid level and it is OK. Will bleeding the lines and refilling the fluid correct the issue? Or will I need ot replace the power steering pump?
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Sunday, November 16th, 2008 AT 9:09 PM

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Tiny
DENNYP
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This sounds more like a steering gear problem. The power steering pump doesn't know which way you are turning. It just applies boost when you turn, no matter what the direction. The steering gear can work one way and not the other.
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Monday, November 17th, 2008 AT 3:15 PM

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