1999 Chevy Cavalier Power steering pump

1999 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
192,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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I have a whinning noise when I step on the gas and when I turn my wheel. There are small spots of fluid in my driveway under where the pump is and some under over by my steering wheel. I try to keep the fluid full. When I turn my steering wheel when the car is park, I get a really loud whinning noise. Is a bad pump causing the leaks and the noises? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.
Sep 12, 2009 at 1:07 PM
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from the info. you have given, it does sound most like a faulty power steering pump. however, you will want to first inspect the power steering hoses to ensure none of them are damaged or loose and leaking fluid
Oct 11, 2009 at 2:16 PM
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