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Question posted by mich55 on February 20th, 2013
Check Engine Light On And All Power Steering Fluid Just Leaked Out
check engine light on and now suddenly all power steering fluid has leaked out and can hardly turn steering wheel
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Owner's Manual - Page 30
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Where are the air bags? How the Air Bag System Works
The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. The driver's air bag is in the Index for malfunctions.
See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in the middle of the steering wheel.
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The light tells you if there is an air bag readiness...
Owner's Manual - Page 74
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... some instrument panel warning lights. RUN (D): This is it is moving , turn the engine off and the key is not running, you can remove the key. The instrument cluster and the automatic transaxle gear shift indicator have electrical power while in LOCK and you can't turn the key only with your steering wheel, ignition, shift lever and...
Owner's Manual - Page 119
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Audio System G. Shift Lever I. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever (If Equipped) L. Ignition Switch E. Instrument Panel Intensity Control B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever C. Cigarette Lighter/Accessory Power Outlet K. Fuse Panel
2-59 Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls F. Parking Brake Lever J. yellowblue The main components of your instrument panel are: A. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch ...
Owner's Manual - Page 125
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... as you start the engine. When this warning light is also on briefly when you turn the ignition off. yellowblue
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on , the system will not limit wheel spin. See "Brake System...
Owner's Manual - Page 126
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... is fully released, it means there's a problem with the engine running, and it will stay on after the Enhanced Traction System stops limiting wheel spin. D If you set your driving accordingly. The light will come on .
If the system is turned on and the warning light stays on if your parking brake doesn't release fully...
Owner's Manual - Page 128
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... work as well, your fuel economy may not be indicated by your warranty. Malfunctions often will be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. yellowblue
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems.
NOTICE:
If you...
Owner's Manual - Page 131
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... and stays on briefly when you turn the key toward START. yellowblue
PasslockR Warning Light
CAUTION:
Don't keep driving if the oil pressure is not covered by Passlock and you should see "Passlock" in the Index.
2-71 If you need to shift to your engine can be burned.
Check your oil as soon as...
Owner's Manual - Page 194
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... Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers.
Making Turns
NOTICE:
Making very sharp turns while trailering could be sure the trailer bulbs are burned out. It's important to check occasionally to come ...distance up ahead when you signal a turn or lane change lanes or stop.
Backing Up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with your hand to turn, change . The arrows on the trailer...
Owner's Manual - Page 216
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If a Tire Goes Flat
It's unusual for a tire to leak out slowly.
Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to a stop -- If air goes out of the traffic lane. Take your tires properly. Check the level in a skid. Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to go...
Owner's Manual - Page 229
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...(R)), spinning the wheels as little as shown on the speedometer.
That will clear the area around your steering wheel left and right. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on your vehicle...turn your front wheels. If that may need to spin the wheels, but you must use caution. Don't spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h) as possible. If you spin the wheels...
Owner's Manual - Page 231
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... Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Automatic Transaxle Fluid (Three-Speed Only) Automatic Transaxle Fluid (Four-Speed Only) Manual Transaxle Fluid Hydraulic Clutch Surge Tank Pressure Cap Thermostat Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid 66-29 6-31 6-34 6-35 6-41 6-49 6-49 6-51 6-52 6-53...
Owner's Manual - Page 240
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Coolant Surge Tank Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick Brake Fluid Reservoir
E. B. D.
Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir
6-10 C. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped)
G. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter H. Battery I. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (If Equipped) F. yellowblue
2.2L L4 Engine (Code 4)
When you open up the hood you'll see:
A.
Owner's Manual - Page 241
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B. Brake Fluid Reservoir F. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (If Equipped) G. yellowblue
2.4L L4 Engine (Code T)
When you open up the hood you'll see:
A. Coolant Surge Tank Engine Oil Fill Cap Engine Oil Dipstick Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
E. Battery
H. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter I. D.
Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir
6-11 C.
Owner's Manual - Page 259
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... and look at the C mark. yellowblue
Power Steering Fluid
How to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is cool, wipe the cap and the top of fluid to the mark. If you hear an unusual noise. Windshield Washer Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
It is not necessary to Check Power Steering Fluid
When the engine compartment is a leak in the system or you will...
Owner's Manual - Page 291
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Lift the cover to check the fuses. For service, contact your Pontiac dealership service department. PCM A/C ABS/EVO
Usage Ignition Switch Circuits Power ACC/Stoplamp Circuits Lighting Circuits Anti-Lock Brake System Engine Cooling Fan Heater and A/C Blower Powertrain Control Module A/C Compressor Anti-Lock Brake System
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Steering Wheel Controls Fuse Panel (If Equipped)
Your ...
Owner's Manual - Page 331
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... on a level surface. 2. D With an automatic transaxle, the key should turn the key to
LOCK only when you are doing this check, the vehicle could be sure you start the engine. D With a manual transaxle, the key should turn the ignition key to move suddenly. Turn the steering wheel to the left and to
LOCK only when the shift...
Owner's Manual - Page 335
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... (GM Part System No. 12345347 or equivalent DOT-3 Brake Fluid). Power Steering System Manual Transaxle Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 - 1 pint, 1050017 - 1 quart, or equivalent). USAGE Engine Oil FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines "Starburst" symbol of clean, drinkable water and use...
Owner's Manual - Page 357
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... ...1-24 Readiness Light ...1-24, 2-...Steering Wheel ...3-20 9- A
Audio Equipment, Adding ...3-22 Audio Systems ...3-7 Auto-Down Window ...2-32 Automatic Overdrive ...2-22 Automatic Transaxle Check ...7-33 Fluid ...6-18, 6-21 Gear Positions ...2-19 Operation ...2-19 Park Mechanism Check ...7-36 Shifting ...2-19 Starting Your Engine ...2-15 Automatic Transaxle Inspection ...7-33 Auxiliary Power...
Owner's Manual - Page 358
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...Fluid ...6-31 Master Cylinder ...6-31 Parking ...2-26 Pedal Travel ...6-34 Replacing System Parts ...6-34 System Warning Light ...2-64 Transaxle Shift Interlock Check ...7-35 Wear ...6-33 Brakes, Anti-Lock ...4-7 Braking ...4-6 Braking in Emergencies ...4-10 Break-In, New Vehicle ...2-12 Brightness Control ...2-41 BTSI Check...Tire ...Check Engine Light ...Check Gages Light ...Checking Your Restraint...
Owner's Manual - Page 366
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... Customer Assistance ...8-5 Speedometer ...2-61 SRS ...1-22 Stains, Cleaning ...6-50 Starter Switch Check ...7-34 Starting Your Engine ...2-15, 2-16 Steam ...5-9 Steering ...4-10 In Emergencies ...4-11 Power ...4-10, 6-29 Tips ...4-11 Wheel, Tilt ...2-33 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...3-20 Steering Wheel Controls Fuse Panel ...6-61 Storage Compartments ...2-45 Storage, Vehicle ...6-34 Stuck: In...
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