TSB 03-02-32-001A (S: Steering - Momentary P/S Reduction On Initial Start Up

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File In Section: 02 - Steering Bulletin No.: 03-02-32-001B Date: July, 2004 TECHNICAL Subject: Momentary Reduction Of Power Steering (P/S) Assist On Initial Start Up With Low Ambient Temperatures (Replace P/S Pump) Models: 2002-2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 2004-2005 Chevrolet Classic 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Alero 2002-2005 Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire with 4 Cylinder, 2.2L Gasoline Engine (VIN F - RPO L61) This bulletin is being revised to add the 2005 model year for Chevrolet and Pontiac, add the Classic model and update the Parts Information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 03-02-32-001A (Section 02 - Steering ). Condition Some customers may comment on a momentary reduction of power steering (P/S) assist on initial start up with low ambient temperatures about -12°C (10°F). The system returns to full assist after the vehicle has run for a few seconds. Correction Important : DO NOT REPLACE the following steering gears as the steering gear WILL NOT correct this condition: ^ 26073992 ^ 26086616 ^ 26068967 ^ 26068964 ^ 26074935 Replace the P/S pump, P/N 26047567. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement, 2.2L (L61) and 2.4L (LD9) (SI Document ID # 790711) and Power Steering Reservoir Replacement - Off Vehicle CB Series (SI Document ID # 482359). Parts Information Parts are currently available from GMSPO. Warranty Information For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table. Disclaimer