Does not steer unless truck is moving

2000 GMC YUKON
140 MILES • 0.5L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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BIG SPAZMAN
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Unless truck is in motion,backwards or forwards, you cannot steer at all.
Is the problem the power steering pump, or the rack and pinion gear box? how can I tell the difference?
I do not wish to pull the wrong parts at PickNpull again.
It is cold out now!
Nov 17, 2016 at 4:43 AM
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HMAC300
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it may be the belt and tensioner as replacement should be done at 60,000 miles. But have pump checked for pressure and make sure it is full.
Nov 17, 2016 at 6:51 AM
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BIG SPAZMAN
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Thank you
Nov 20, 2016 at 9:49 AM
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Hey Big,

It sounds like the steering pump has gone out. I had a problem like this with a Tahoe in the shop.

Here are some links that will help you see what you are in for.

https://youtu.be/EXDysSOs07g

Please let us know what you find so it will help others.

Best, Ken



Nov 20, 2016 at 5:07 PM