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2004 Pontiac Sunfire

Tiny
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Steering problem
2004 Pontiac Sunfire 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

the automatic steering doesn't work and we don't see any place where a belt goes. There is also a noise like a whir then a tictictic when we turn the vehicle off. Can you offer any advice and what we should look for. Thankyou
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Thursday, November 20th, 2008 AT 2:15 PM

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Tiny
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https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/170934_power_steering_pump_1.jpg



The arrow with the letter E, should be the power steering pump. It may be gear driven instead of belt driven. The drive end of the pump may go into the housing that the pump bolts to. Is there any fluid in the pump reservoir? With the engine running can you see the fluid swirling or anything?

I just wanted to add, there was a service bulletin about the power steering. It had to do with, momentary lack of power assist at start-up in cold weather. The cure was to replace the pump. You'll have to decide if that bulletin fits your problem.
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Thursday, November 20th, 2008 AT 3:21 PM
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No the fluid doesn't move when the engine is running, it also doesn't have a belt. What could the problem be?
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Friday, November 21st, 2008 AT 3:44 PM
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If you turn the steering wheel to the left or right, can you see fluid movement?
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Saturday, November 22nd, 2008 AT 8:45 AM
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Yes, we have determined that the fluid is not moving. What else can we do to find out what our problem is. Could it be the pump?
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Saturday, November 22nd, 2008 AT 1:56 PM
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Yes, it may be the pump. I have seen clogged-up power steering lines, but, only on older vehicles.
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Sunday, November 23rd, 2008 AT 11:52 AM

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