Power steering pump

2003 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER
127,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BRIAN NOWAK
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Replaced power steering pump two times in the past week. However, the pumps went out again. What could be the issue? I have also replaced the rack and pinion. Newer tires that don't show abnormal wear and tired appear to be in alignment.
Jun 15, 2019 at 11:12 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

If you are using rebuilt pumps, I would return them and get a new pump from the dealer.

The rebuilds for some reason keep breaking the shafts inside. I have been through his over the years and learned very quickly that new was the only way to go.

Roy
Jun 15, 2019 at 12:16 PM
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