How do you check the power steering fluid on a 2006 Pontiac G6?
Locate the power steering reservoir. On the 2006 G6, it is mounted to the power steering pump near the alternator. Remove the dipstick from the reservoir. The fluid level should be in the cross-hatched area of the dipstick.
What kind of power steering does a Pontiac G6 have?
Four cylinder 06 G6 has electric power assist motor, no hydraulic reservoir anywhere to fill. My power steering assist motor failed intermittantly and without warning repeatedly with 16,000 miles (Yes 16,000 NOT 116,000). Original estimate $825.
When does the power steering light come on?
I have a 2005 Pontiac G6 GT and it’s power steering light came on. It’s an intermittent thing with the power steering. Sometimes you will lose power steering and sometimes you won’t. You just have to restart the car and play with it a little.
Why does my Pontiac G6 make a noise when I turn?
My 2007 Pontiac G6 GT 3.5L V6 started making noises when I would make turns. A day later the noise got louder and I could hear it just by accelerating. It sounded like I just need to added power steering fluid.
What causes power steering to cut out twice?
If a seal is leaking, the pressure on either side of the piston can equalize meaning that the pump is doing no work and the driver is doing all of it without assistance – hence the steering cutting “out twice on previous owner”. It’s possible for a DIYer to rebuild a hydraulic rack, but I’ve always opted to swap them out with store-bought units.
Four cylinder 06 G6 has electric power assist motor, no hydraulic reservoir anywhere to fill. My power steering assist motor failed intermittantly and without warning repeatedly with 16,000 miles (Yes 16,000 NOT 116,000). Original estimate $825.
Is there a problem with the power steering?
POWER STEERING RESUMED AS NORMAL. TOOK CAR TO DEALERSHIP NEXT DAY TO HAVE REPLACEMENT STEERING COLUMN INSTALLED (AT NO CHARGE, BC PONTIAC EXTENDED WARRANTY ON STEERING COLUMNS) Had the steering column problem, sounded and felt rough when turning.After having it repaired every thing was back to normal.
How much does it cost to replace power steering?
Various issues with the electric power steering system may develop and could require replacement of steering column assembly. The average cost for a Pontiac G6 General Diagnosis is between $88 -$111. Learn More
I have a 2005 Pontiac G6 GT and it’s power steering light came on. It’s an intermittent thing with the power steering. Sometimes you will lose power steering and sometimes you won’t. You just have to restart the car and play with it a little.