Why is my power steering not working on my Pontiac G6?
Yours probably has power asist mine has power steering. Reservoir is left side top motor. The service light may be pointing out a voltage failure or something. Just have to hook the computer up to it to find out. I hate to tell you. 176,000 Pontiac G6 Sedans made between 05 and 06 have been reported with power steering problems.
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.
Can a power steering be replaced on a Pontiac G6?
The power steering system is less complicated in the G6 because it is simply electronic. There are no hydraulic lines, no pump, and no fluid to deal with. That being said, if the assist motor has failed, you will likely end up removing the steering column to replace the motor, or replacing it as an assembly.
Are there any recalls on the Pontiac G6?
I submitted the following e-mail to the NHTSA regarding my 2010 Pontiac G6 power steering matter. I own a 2010 Pontiac G6 that within the last week incurred a power steering failure. Recall research shows that on March 2014 the NHTSA required GM to issue a recall for this exact problem, however, it only covered the G6 models up to the year 2009.
When did my power steering start having problems?
The problem start back in June 2013 when my 2010 Pontiac G6 started flashing a trouble code in the DIC message screen.
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.
The problem start back in June 2013 when my 2010 Pontiac G6 started flashing a trouble code in the DIC message screen.
I submitted the following e-mail to the NHTSA regarding my 2010 Pontiac G6 power steering matter. I own a 2010 Pontiac G6 that within the last week incurred a power steering failure. Recall research shows that on March 2014 the NHTSA required GM to issue a recall for this exact problem, however, it only covered the G6 models up to the year 2009.
Can a Pontiac G6 GT lose power steering?
Since your vehicle is electric power steering as is mine.. 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.
Yours probably has power asist mine has power steering. Reservoir is left side top motor. The service light may be pointing out a voltage failure or something. Just have to hook the computer up to it to find out. I hate to tell you. 176,000 Pontiac G6 Sedans made between 05 and 06 have been reported with power steering problems.
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.
Are there any problems with the 2006 Pontiac G6?
As of late 2013 the NHTSA had well over 700 steering complaints on file for the 2006 G6, with 21 crashes & 12 injuries. The NHTSA closed their initial investigation in 2007, having determined that losing your power steering going over 15-20 mph isn’t a big deal & that most crashes occurred at slow speeds, so not a safety risk. Ridiculous?
What are the warning lights on a Pontiac?
Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car.
How big is the gas tank on a Pontiac G6?
According to Pontiac, the G6 has a “16-gallon main unleaded fuel tank.” The 4-cylinder G6 has a smaller fuel tank, and as such will also have a smaller reserve. Determine how much gas is in the car. Fill up the car’s tank so that it is as full as possible. Drive the car until the gas warning light goes on.
Is there any power steering in a Pontiac G6?
While the car is still warming up there is very little power steering assist. Very difficult to steer and if you start to pull out of a parking stall before turning the steering wheel you can be in for big surprise when you need to turn. I submitted the following e-mail to the NHTSA regarding my 2010 Pontiac G6 power steering matter.
Who is the owner of the Pontiac G6?
2005 Pontiac G6 Owner ManualM GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, and the PONTIAC Emblem, are registered trademarks; and the name G6 is a trademark of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed.
What to do when your steering wheel is hard to turn?
When your steering wheel hard to turn, inspecting the pulley on the power steering unit is what you should do. Notice that you only check the pulley when the engine of your car off to ensure the safety. Normally, proper tension doesn’t exceed one inch of play or three quarters.
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.
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.
What are the names of the Pontiac warning lights?
Click a link to learn more about each one. They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue). There are over 40 of them, so search carefully! Models examined include G3, G5, G6, G8, Grand Prix, Solstice, Torrent, and Vibe.