Cobalt No Electric Power Steering, EPS

Cobalt No electric Power Steering EPS, Check Yours may have a recall. 2006 Chevy Cobalt SS showed up with a power steering failure . At first the Cobalt had intermittent power steering problems. Then after some time the power steering had completely stopped working . I hooked my Snap on Solus Ultra to the car and found no power to the DLC connector . That was a fuse . Then after getting power to the DLC connector the scanner said ,no communication with the power steering .PSCM. I checked the fuses on the Cobalt and found all for the electric power steering was good , but still no power to the power steering motor .After further testing the electric power steering on the Cobalt i found a wire that powers the electric steering was disconnected, from the fuse box . After re attaching the power wire ,the electric power steering worked well and the cobalt now drives good again .
wtbm123
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[@Anonymous-it5jw]

Good job! Thanks for showing the importance of having a plan and working through it, and the value of being on the lookout for unusual problems, like hidden unplugged wires, when you can tell that somebody else has been under the hood messing around with stuff and not putting all the parts back in place, like a real mechanic would. I liked the way you used your own wires to directly connect both grounds and battery power to establish continuity and test the circuits. You can also establish ground continuity at the fuse box by identifying the ground side of a fuse and testing it for continuity to the negative terminal of the battery - that can be a quick way to test the ground continuity and/or resistance in the entire circuit you are checking out. If you have a Power Probe, the probe will identify and test both power and ground circuits, and has a 10 amp circuit breaker built into it so you don’t fry something by accident. However, your way seems to work just fine. Thanks for this video - I have a similar problem with a 2010 Equinox, and appreciate the tips you shared with us.

[@pirate612]

This has got to be one of the best videos on "how to" that I've ever seen. Thanks to your video and how you went step by step, you've saved me a lot of money. This same problem happen to me shortly after I brought my Cobalt back from the dealers for replacing my ignition key recall. In any event, you should be teaching a shop class or some other vocational school for those how want to make a living in the automotive service industry. You've got an excellent way of teaching as well as explaining thing. Outstanding job overall - THANK YOU!

[@wtbm123]

Thank you for the kind words . Glad it helped

[@RealTruthChannel]

Thank you so much, you just saved me $600.00 in repairs, and i was almost ready to scrap the car. It was the 2amp fuse in the side panel. Instantly, all the problems went away.

[@wtbm123]

Glad you got it all sorted out . Thanks for stopping in and commenting.

[@jorgecaran6648]

Man I was really impressed with how you traced it down .Excellent

[@wtbm123]

Thank you so much 😀

[@mgabrielle2343]

Wow, you are a honest person and not fob off the owner with porky pies that his steering rack or motor is blown up and will need replacing, so you can rip owner off, you deserve a big beer from me.

[@wtbm123]

Thanks , There are still a lot of honest mechanics out there , and then there are many who only think of upselling .

[@RustyGlovebox]

Nice job Terry , Thanks for taking us through the process.

[@wtbm123]

Thank you for stopping in

[@lakesideranch]

Great diagnostics and resolution of the problem Terry !!

[@tedrozmiarek6287]

This video answered my problem. I replaced fuse box and BCM for another problem when done no power steering. Forgot to plug the wire into the top. Thank you for posting.

[@wtbm123]

Glad it helped

[@TheBlaZZey]

thank you so much for this vid. you literally saved me over $200 the dealer was gonna charge me before they even looked at the car. turns out whenever I took it to a mechanic to fix transmission they left that little wire unplugged to the fuse box. I when outside to check if it was plugged in and low and behold it wasnt. So thank you agian mate.

[@wtbm123]

Thanks for stopping by

[@markrowland4552]

Fantastic Video! I have a 2008 Cobalt. P/S light, would not shift out of 1st gear. The ground wire fixed everything. More than that, your video was an incredible lesson in electrical problems with cars and how to trace them down. Thank you!

[@wtbm123]

Glad it helped

[@justindavis72]

I usually don't leave comments on videos but I have been searching all over the internet to find the troubleshooting steps that would help me find the actual issue and your video was perfect. The connector was also disconnected from the fuse box on mine and you saved me ALOT of money. THANK YOU

[@wtbm123]

Thank you for watching and commenting , Glad you got it sorted out

[@roblex1001]

Wow, that was great tracing back, you are a true professional. Thx.

[@wtbm123]

Thanks for stopping by and commenting

[@wyattoneable]

Great save on that job. You explained the process very well.

[@wtbm123]

Thank you

[@tyroneharris1434]

Really good video even for amateurs they couldn't screw that up you did a good job.

[@ManicMechanic007]

Good tracking Terry. You just never know who has messed with the car previously.

[@wtbm123]

Yea not knowing what was done already , makes things harder sometimes

[@markwilliams2830]

Hi Terry and greetings from the United Kingdom. I came across your channel a week ago. I love it, You have a great way of explaining stuff , all your videos are teaching me new things . Cause of you I never cooked before and now its Cars and Cooking ! Good Luck my friend, and please keep em coming those great vids.M

[@wtbm123]

Awesome, thank you!

[@mtmrmarco16]

Thank you so much !! I took the fuse box apart and completely forgot about that wire.

[@wtbm123]

Glad it helped

[@victoryfirst2878]

I remember a job years ago when the owner disconnected the power to the power steering. The steering wheel jerked about from side to side uncontrollably. I tock the motor off and disassembled the unit. The motor brushes were worn and the copper graphite brush material coated the commutator. I cleaned the conductive dust totally from the commutator and replaced the brushes with ones from another dead motor. Put it all together and connected the motor to mount and electric plugs. Reconnected the power and fixed the wire connection including a new fuse. Drove the vehicle with no effort turning. Thanks for bringing back good memories of an easy fix and experience put in place into memory. Good day and peace too. VF

[@wtbm123]

Thanks for stopping buy and sharing your story with us

Thanks dude....that has to be it, same symptoms (my daughter tells me) and there are some operational issues...she says. I'm going for it.

[@CHOPSHOPUNDERGROUND]

Good vid!! Very detailed. Double thumbs up. Oh by the way I changed the 02 sensor in the 06 pt cruiser with a bosh 02 sensor and now she runs great.

[@wtbm123]

Good it runs great .again . Now if only some how it was 4 wheel drive , lol

[@geargriden19]

Nice tracking down and fixin' WTBM!! Nice reading of the diagram too, those usually confuse me even more lol. Have a good'nnn

[@wtbm123]

Thanks , They confuse me to , but a lot of things do . lol

[@anonymousistay5079]

Great troubleshooting, thank you for making this video it has been very helpful, my car is a chevy malibu 2007 and it has a similar problem "no communication with ecm; I'm going to do everything you did and see if I find a similar solution. Great video!!

[@wtbm123]

Thanks for stopping by

[@bradyreed6576]

Just did trans on mine and lost power steering thank god I found this video it reminded me that that plug I tucked behind the brake booster needed plugged in same issue lol thanks again

[@wtbm123]

Yea i think it must happen a lot , Very easy to overlook that wire

[@JerrysThisandThat]

It is so awesome to see how you logically track down a problem with your trouble shooting skills. I have learnt alot from you sir so thank you.

[@wtbm123]

Thank you kind Sir

[@txsviking]

Cool video and nice work!

[@wtbm123]

Thank you ,

[@caryhubbardfamilychannel7516]

Good job tracking it down, stay safe.

[@wtbm123]

Thank you

[@joevalle5537]

Thank you for the great video!

[@joeycarroll7311]

Thank you so much! This is exactly what was wrong with my daughters car!!

[@wtbm123]

Glad it helped!

[@luisfernandoescobarfimbres8339]

Due to I did purchase a Cobalt SS 2006 here in Mexico, Im really concern about to keep this car in the best conditions I can meanwhile in my hands...Thanks a Lot for this excellent Video, coming from an Expert were so easy to understand how it works and how to find and give a solution... Thanks a Lot Sir

[@wtbm123]

Thanks

[@erikdanielchavezchavez7551]

Encontraste la Solucion?

[@SuperSlowMatt]

Thank you for posting this. I turned out having the same issue.

[@wtbm123]

Thanks for watching and commenting

[@snocrushr]

Good find, I like how you prove the circuit with a test lead all the way back to the fuse box.👍👍

[@wtbm123]

If i would of just noticed the wire was not plugged in it would of been much easier . lol

[@tm171717]

Nice detailed video. Thanks.

[@wtbm123]

Thanks

[@Britec09]

Great video.

[@wtbm123]

Thanks Brian

[@stickyanddaddy1569]

Where are you im firing all my shade trees and hire you...good attention to detail.

[@Buckswoodshop]

Nice detective work.

[@wtbm123]

Thank you

[@normansmith7806]

Good work !

[@wtbm123]

Thank you

[@julioramirez7297]

tanks you help me a lot a fixe my car

[@gambatte]

thanks for the video

[@wtbm123]

Thanks for stopping by and commenting

[@SWC44]

Thank You, Thank You, My cust brought to AutoZone, and was going to buy a motor! According to there Super Duper FREE SCAN! after your vid, I thought there was Something? and not the Motor! Just didn't know what, Using a reg test light, I knew it was electrical! You saved me a TON of time, and my cust, a bunch of Money,, Bye the way I Own a welding Co. But I have 14 vehicles to keep running and be able to Pass the Ct. Emissions. Thanks, Jack

[@wtbm123]

Thanks for watching and commenting

[@johnwallace7465]

Nice job tracking that down! And thanks for taking us along. I didn't know those had electric power steering.

[@wtbm123]

Thank you , Just give me a power steering pump out on the engine and i be happy . lol

[@johnwallace7465]

Yes I agree!

[@ozzstars_cars]

good diagnostics

[@wtbm123]

Thank you

[@drivewaygarage1561]

Thanks for the video

[@wtbm123]

Thank you for the comment

[@Brooklyn-mw4fh]

I have a 2006 chevy cobalt I just put a new transmission, alternator & brand new battery in the car but it stay saying check charge system or battery saver on do you know what that can be? Also it would not start up sometime ill have to get a jump off.

[@ziggassedup]

Stuff like what you found is a little concerning...What else have they forgot to plug in.?..Nicely sorted Terry.

[@wtbm123]

i have the same thoughts .

[@eyeonart6865]

Mr. Baker, thank you so much. Now I know what to start checking!

[@wtbm123]

Happy to help!

[@finpainter1]

good fix

[@wtbm123]

Thank you

[@robbiegwinn]

nice fix

[@wtbm123]

Thanks

[@SteveRobReviews]

Nice one Terry I guess the owner didn't give much info as to who was in there before you.

[@wtbm123]

No , but once i saw fasteners missing i knew some one was there .

[@nathan_bruh.comedy9725]

Update from last comment: my car is acting even more wird now was fixed for a while replaced power steering motor was fine for a while then it started doing that weird stuff again i started looking and chasing every wire i could think of every fuse everything. Idk what more to do. Every time i start the car it idles fine and i have power steering but the steering is weird it will turn but at random spots it will like lockup and require more force to get past that spot then once you start driving like 15 seconds down the road the power steering will completly cut out and thats when the power steering light comes on.

[@wtbm123]

With out putting it on a scanner and seeing live data . I would maybe start checking all things mechanical too. Is Flex jiont in steering shaft good . Is rack good , Inner tierods and ball joints . Strut bearing plate good . May be worth ffinding some place to put it on a scanner and watching live data if avalible.

[@stuzman52]

Nice follow-through with the troubleshooting and good to see that the steering was okay. Did the customer say anything about the SEL for the other codes?

[@wtbm123]

I fixed those . I have to look through more old vids , not sure if i filmed those or not .

[@PickelJuice659]

Great Video man! 👍👍

[@wtbm123]

Thanks for watching and commenting

[@billyr9840]

Nice !

[@wtbm123]

Thank you for stopping by

[@shawnmrfixitlee6478]

I think some stupid guy worked on it before you and you just cleaned up one of his messes ! Good job man ..

[@wtbm123]

Thanks ,

[@paperweightgirl]

Cool.

[@wtbm123]

You are too

[@TheMomdad64]

I have had problems with the steering wheel not turning well when I make a left or right turn. Unfortunately this past Sunday, I noticed that I am having the toughest time turning the steering wheel when I turn so I have not driven the car this week yet. I am trying to figure out what exactly is causing the steering wheel to not turn freely.

[@wtbm123]

There are a number of things that may cause it . Check for power and fuses . Most else is easier to check with a diagnostic scanner . Hope you get it sorted out

[@heatheryates7145]

I love u btism

[@wtbm123]

Thanks for stopping by

[@harrybegay7934]

Had my rack and pinion replaced on my 2008 Chevy Malibu hybrid a few days ago. But the ESC light still comes on and get no power steering. I just disconnect the battery and would be good after. No light and got power steering again. What should I check?

[@wtbm123]

Sounds like it may be a torque sensor or EPS motor . But if could get it hoked up to a good diagnostic scanner and see the live data from steering , would help determine what is bad

[@sikoldgeezer]

What if there isn't power the 2 amp fuse? I have no power steering and an air bag malfunction warning with no power to the 2 amp fuse.

[@wtbm123]

A wire diagram can be found on line and would need to find where it gets power . Some fuse boxes can get bad connections in them .

[@benjaminjordan-px3qk]

I just bought a power steering motor for a 2006 colbalt and had it put in but the steering wheel still hard to turn I was told I needed a power steering control module

[@wtbm123]

hard to say with out seeing data . Make sure it is getting power to it

[@Thunderroad8517]

great job! I should have watched all the video before asking dumb question. I'm grateful for showing how to check power and ground. Did you have a traction control light as well? thanks for your time.

[@wtbm123]

A lot of times traction light is a wheel speed sensor or wheel bearing

[@LissyHTX]

Would this work for a Pontiac g5 gt? I know they are very similar to the colbolts. My steering wheel is very hard to turn and I know there was a recall on it but GM says they had fixed it already in 2012 so now I'm lost and I already have to replace my brake booster 😔 I don't wanna have to take it in for power steering issues too

[@wtbm123]

Usually find this issue after other work has been done

[@MidwestMotoRider]

Very cool video as I have a 2007 HHR and it would be the same way so if anything happens with the EPS I know now how to track it down thanks!!!

[@wtbm123]

usually the door handles and park interlock breaks , on those . lol , may be a recall if the park interlock breaks and the door handles are inexpensive and fairly easy .

[@MidwestMotoRider]

I knew about the door handles (another dumb design) but I did not know about park interlock I will keep that in mind. Thanks!

[@wtbm123]

If the park interlock ever messes up , there is a button under a plug on steering column . push in on it and key will turn off and come out .

[@MidwestMotoRider]

So I just went and looked and I see the button thank you so much that could have spoiled my day if that ever happened!! :)

[@wtbm123]

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[@jerrygonzalez2686]

Much appreciated your video my car car issues when I park in tight parking spots when I go back and forth in the spot the steering tighten so hard it like not having no power steering, nothing on dashboard or no lights indicating a power steering issues much appreciate any ideas or suggestions.

[@wtbm123]

Best thing to do is hook a scanner to the car that can read the steering codes and live data . There are a few things that can go bad but not cheap parts . So if can get it hooked to a scanner could save money in the long run

[@021Terra]

Now I have an issue with my BCM. I believe I get no power to it because my EPS isn't working, wipers don't turn on, and the air bag light in the middle is not on. What can it possibly be?

[@wtbm123]

Would have to check for power at BMC , if no power then back track to where power comes from and see if power there .

[@nickdensmore7091]

Would a weak battery cause an issue with power steering? It went out on me, shut car off and restarted it and had power steering again. What could cause that? Weak battery? Low fluid?

[@wtbm123]

No the power off cycle may of reset it .

[@buzzsah]

Is that wire a key hot? If you jump from hot side of box to the back side of the plug and see if it works? When did they start fueing the power steering ? That is dangerous,

[@buzzsah]

I guess I should wait before commenting. lol

[@wtbm123]

Lol , i do that a lot too .

[@user-jj8rt1br3f]

I just ordered a power steering pump I'm just changing all the little parts inside of the car that I bought used because it's difficult for me to get a mechanic

[@wtbm123]

Hope you get it al sorted out .

[@stopnwatchentertainmentjdt9325]

The engineers were drunk when they made the diagram 😆 🤣 😂

[@wtbm123]

Thanks for commenting

[@stopnwatchentertainmentjdt9325]

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[@AlexxSerpa]

Hi Terry very good video. Chevy cobalt owners are having a mysterious problem. May be you can help. Ding ding sound, power steering message, TC light and sometimes check engine light, transmission kicking when shifting, gauges acting like crazy or just not moving. It looks like an electrical problem. Some people think it is associated to TCM and lack of ground. Have you seen this? Any advice?

[@sungminyang5380]

Oh my goodness. My cobalt has same issues lol. I can tell nice engine and good gas saver. But that is all.

[@MiguelCrispin]

@@sungminyang5380 did you fix it?

[@sungminyang5380]

@@MiguelCrispin after put gas in it. It happened. But few hours later. Being ok. I am driving the car. Because i don't have enough money and couldn't find a nice car.

[@Chubbys]

Same here !

[@MiguelCrispin]

@@Chubbys I think i found the fix. The answer is in a comment on this video: watch?v=83K9TJJZvPs Read spikedspike's comment. the long one.

[@uhhuhhh7678]

Does the cobalt have power steering fluid or is it all electrical?

[@wtbm123]

This one just electric

[@JonOffgrid]

Grate video my Cobalt No Electric Power to fuel pump i hot wired the pump it runs ok but ld like to find how to fix right some how

[@wtbm123]

Check the relay , and may need a wire diagram and check for where losing power

[@ericagiles2035]

I just did and engine swap in an 09 malibu 2.4 caused by cracked block from overheat. water leaking in oil pan. Now I set it down and have no electric steering. Was the wire you found under the fusebox cause i didnt take mine out just loosened enough to get the tranny mount bolts out.

[@wtbm123]

The wire goes in top of fuse box , Also make sure all grounds are good and hooked up

[@davidmahady8241]

"if I don't I'm gonna blow a 60 amp fuse" Rolling Stones😃😃

[@regretfully77]

i have an 06 cobalt and the power steering keeps going out even after motor replacement. Looking at the video you posted i checked out my car and noticed there is no ground wire on the stud you show in your video. The nut is there but that is all.

[@wtbm123]

I would want to look at a wiring diagram to see if yours has one and where it is supposed to go . Also may look at the steering position sensor. to see if working right

[@ListlessSpectre]

Just found this out today after taking it to a shop because my gf curbed the Cobalt. Had struts and shocks done all the way around, new stabilizer bar linkage and computer alignment. I got ntoice from the tech working on it that I was getting a "No communication" from the PCM. Once the alignment was done the steering wheel was about 12 degrees off center and it was bc of this POS sensor that although the wheels are aligned, the steering wheel can't be put back center.

[@wtbm123]

Steering angle /position sensor . They do go bad . but sensor should throw a code . If no communication how do they know it is the sensor and not wiring or something

[@ListlessSpectre]

@@wtbm123 I'm assuming through diagnostics and testing the sensor. Electronic steering is not a predominantly common item and diagnosing something like that could get really expensive really quickly considering how much testing you have to do. I took it back to the shop and customer service worked with me the best they possibly could. They did about another hours worth of work at half price and they managed to get the steering wheel just about aligned correctly.

[@wtbm123]

@@ListlessSpectre Good that they worked with you . Good to hear it got sorted out

[@nathan_bruh.comedy9725]

Mines 2006 and it literally just did some weird stuff right after i started it. (Not a warm start) it started fine ran beautifully as normal but what caught me off guard was it threw up the security light and said service power steering and then the rpms were jumping not bad just like every 1 1/2 seconds it would jump then go back down to normal rpms at idle. Took out the eps fuse the 60amp fuse shown in video put it back in and its fine now but ill update it anything happens again.

[@wtbm123]

Hopefully it is good now . Thanks for sharing as the info may help others

[@benjamincharley1320]

Hello, I'm working on 2006 colbalt, 2.2... I turn key to "on" position, but no lights on instrument panel, only security light comes on... all fuses ok. You have any idea what it might be? I appreciate your input... thx

[@wtbm123]

May check to see there is power to the fuse . could Try changing the top left hand fuse on BCM fuse block called ECM/TCM , and see if that helps , #25 i think , pass side center console. not sure if that is your issue , but maybe a start

[@benjamincharley1320]

@@wtbm123 thx... so far your the only person that's trying to help me out... I sure appreciate it. You be safe out there, I'll try an keep you updated..

[@fatimabrooks6979]

i just brought a cobalt and it is sold as is and my power steering went out. what to do

[@wtbm123]

Start by checking for power , if has power , then i would put a scanner on it to see the steering data . Could even have a stored code that could be a clue .

[@jorgecaran6648]

I have a 2005 chevy cobalt brake lights not working. Need help

[@wtbm123]

First i would check fuses and grounds

[@trevonebernard448]

Can a automatic fuse box go with a manual fuse box

[@wtbm123]

Would think so , but not sure

[@mauroalejandropuertacastan3404]

Hello, I have a 2010 cobalt lt. It also gives me a problem with power steering but the steering wheel does not get hard. The problem with my vehicle is that when making the changes in the transmission it makes them in a violent way. in some streets that are vertical it seems that it wants to turn off as soon as we take them. Do you think changing the power steering motor will solve it? Cheers

[@wtbm123]

Hard to say with out seeing , but are you sure it is not a transmission issue . Lock up converter going bad maybe . Is there any codes . I would suggest getting a scanner hooked up that can show live data for steering and transmission . Also check wire connectors and fuse box for corrosion .

[@mauroalejandropuertacastan3404]

@@wtbm123 Good morning. Thanks for answering. The electrician just told me that the communication with the transmission (TCM) and the power steering (PCM) are fine. I rule out that the BCM also failed. (for this an unchecked electrical workshop wanted to change the BCM). He only told me that the Power Steering Motor had to be changed. A piece of only a few dollars. Can you imagine the money I saved just for a second opinion? Finally, thank you for your comments. Cheers

[@mauroalejandropuertacastan3404]

@@wtbm123 Good morning. Thanks for answering. I had a leak in the automatic transmission pan. I just changed it two weeks ago and installed a new tray. Check the ground wire, the fuse box, everything that kept showing. On Saturday my car locked up because I unplugged the BCM to check it without removing the battery (acted like a fool) and had to call an electrician. The electrician just told me that the communication with the transmission (TCM) and the power steering (PCM) are fine. I rule out that the BCM also failed. (for this an unchecked electrical workshop wanted to change the BCM). He only told me that the Power Steering Motor had to be changed. A piece of only a few dollars. Can you imagine the money I saved just for a second opinion? Finally, thank you for your comments. Cheers

[@simeonjohnson9117]

how much than jawn cost you

[@angelos0]

Bro i have a kia it's EPS when I turn little bit for the right side only at a certain angle the steering make unusual sound like something is grinding inside and when i complete turning it the sound disappears, What is the problem ??

[@wtbm123]

Not sure with out seeing it . it is sitting still or moving . could it be a cv joint or wheel bearing or from inside of car

[@R.A2528]

I have a Chevy Cobalt 2006 , my issue is the rpm gauge jumps up and down and stalls when idling , when I'm stopped at a light is when it's jumpy and feels like it's gonna stall.when I put it in reverse it's worse and jumpy and stalls it's definitely getting worse, does anyone know what's going on with my Cobalt any suggestions?

[@wtbm123]

There is prob a check engine light on . need to at least get a code for a direction to really go in . but may start with checking coil .

[@zx8401ztv]

Dam that did throw a few red herrings but you tested every path untill you found the reason for failure :-D, dam good job :-D. The two questions would be Why is that power feed plug out, and what was someone doing to the underside of the fusebox?, god knows is the answer lol. Missing or loose nuts, someone is sloppy or just gave up. The tps sensor is a throttle position sensor, so is it dead or bad plug or has some one replaced it and didnt clear the code, pass lol. Did they want the other sensors looking at??

[@wtbm123]

I did fix all codes , but not sure if i videoed them . The throttle body was just very very dirty , and the cam actuator solenoid was bad

[@zx8401ztv]

Great job anyway, sounds like the car hasnt been serviced for a long time, i bet the fuel consumption was crap before you sorted it. Hope the owner appreciated you, i appreciate how much time you spent, main dealers would want a block of gold for doing stuff like that lol.

[@EduardoHernandez-oj5vh]

Good day Mr greetings from Honduras I write because I have a Chevy Cobalt 2005 a month ago the car stopped accelerating as I could advance as I went on the power steering screen, I have taken several workshops here and as the car is American And very scarce do not find the error here my query is if the power steering is related to the car stop accelerating, the revolutions do not work, the engine I hear it as forced and goes off agaradecere its help. Thanks for your time Eduardo Hernandez Honduras

[@wtbm123]

Not sure i have ran in to any that had the power steering , stop the acceleration. but if something was interrupting the power to the car and things lost power it may stop the engine from running and make power steering go away . Sorry i could not be more help

[@erikdanielchavezchavez7551]

Amigo , encontraste la solucion del problema de la direccion asistida?

[@MarioPerez-yi2tw]

There was a recall for cobalt. Power steering.

[@wtbm123]

yes there was , but a disconnected wire would not been covered , Thanks for watching

[@menace9296]

Don’t wanna operate a code reader I wanna replace the power assist motor

[@wtbm123]

Sorry . but this power assist motor was not in need of replacing .

[@sikoldgeezer]

If I jump power to the 2amp fuse everything returns to normal

[@wtbm123]

trace the fuse circuit back to see where the circuit has power . like where does the fuse get its power from . could even be a bad connection in the fuse box . make sure and test fuse or try another . I just had a fuse for brake lights that looked good but if wiggled would loose connection in side .

[@erikdanielchavezchavez7551]

You have facebook or email? I need your help about EPS , i have cobalt ss 2005 and the EPS Is not working . I dont understand the video because i speak little inglish and this is the reason of the i want to talk on facebook or email? I really need your help🙏

[@Hats4everyone]

but ain't that hot wire only hot in run mode?

[@wtbm123]

Do not remember off the top of my head , sorry

[@HDConcussionz]

Just changed the transmission. Can't believe I forgot this plug 🤦

[@wtbm123]

I have seen several miss the plug

[@ragingmonkey2388]

Dude I just need to know where the power steering location is so I can fill it

[@ladimirperez9363]

By your steering wheel

[@liveitlikeitloveall2746]

Okay, well it's a tough one to find. But here goes.. If you are looking down at the hit and miss engine, locate the Flux Capacitor, (it's a silver looking thing with a red led lighted triangle in the center) Then on the left side of the FC, you'll see a 2 stroke duel bell housing output unit. It looks sort of like a quad turbo band accelerator, but it's not, so don't be fooled. Okay, that contraption is called a underhead steam injector that runs the nut spun / Serpentine Armature Canker Shaft ..or nut spun SACS .. If you take that off, I believe there are 7 in a row, 1-11-/16'' inch...ferrous brass nuts, (those are metric) .. So you can't miss em. Once you remove the spun nut SACS you'll see the Ground Faulty Indicated Circuit box, follow the ground on over to the left rim, make sure it's snug and tight on the rim ..(you can let 15 lbs of pressure out of the tire if you want, I find it easier to check the connector) Okay, I just wanted to toss that in there, because if you have the spun nut SACS off, you may as well want to check your GFIC ground wire. Anyway, you will see on right side of the GFIC box a 2 toned, relay switch module that produces the high voltage for the Alternative, Direct Rotational Compressed Floater valve (ADR-CF valve) Okay got it, that controls the power to the steering. 🛑🛑🛑 (Warning) It does have a magnetic magneto, so when disconnecting it will release some sort of highly toxic vapors (☢️) GM still doesn't know where it comes from, but it's not important I guess .. I mean you can always be safe and go with the induced quantum synchronized system, which again is much safer, but come on, it takes twice as long due to the quantum entanglement relays. So please just be sure to release the toxic vapors into a standard size vacuum tube you can pick up at your local automotive store. Once you do that, drain any power left in the Flux Capacitor, by releasing the amps in a black jump box. (again you can pick one up at your local automotive store, that or go with a cheap one from harbor freight) Just make sure the frequency is nothing over 12,000 hertz .. Well you finally achieved the impossible..lol. Na, it's not as bad as it sounds. But finally you'll see a titanium nipple valve ,(yellow knob) ..Twist counter clockwise, or you'll strip the porcelain mold and tear out the rubber gasket saturn rings.. (🤬GM). I done the same damn thing. I ran the titanium nipple valve in crooked, torqued it down to tight and heard crack.. Ah shit, I done cracked the porcelain block. It sprayed nitrogen oxide D-11 carbo gasses in my eyes, and extremely hot steam out from the front passenger injector, which blew hot steam on my face. Yeah it basically melted my face off damn it..Good thing was I wearing gloves and my hearing protection. Sorry I got off track, but yeah that's it .. Just pour some power steering fluid in the tiny hole after taking the yellow titanium nipple valve out. I'm not gonna lie, it's a pain in the ass pouring it in the tiny hole, because unfortunately it's upside down. You may want to use a pressure injection tube to get it up in there. I myself couldn't afford one, so we rolled the Colbalt over on a modified body turner .. These are pro tips folks, you aren't going to get anywhere else. I'm just here to help anyone who has struggled with fixing anything on this high quality fine automotive machine made by GM .. I can teach you how to change the bulbs, or even the porcelain block, etc.. If you have any questions please feel free to ask.

[@rachelperez7801]

could this be the problem with my chevy cobalt 07 the light turned on today and the steering wheel is really hard to turn

[@wtbm123]

I would check fuses . could look and make sure the wire is plugged in well too. I would have a scan tool put on it and see what it says . Some of those cars have a recall on the steering so may want to check that out also , before spending money to get it fixed

[@rachelperez7801]

Ok thanks we did check the particular fuse doe the steering wheel assist and module it was ok is there any. Other fuses to check i hope it is just the the steering wheel pump yes we had some recalls done at a chevy i don't remember if they did the steering wheel though

[@arianagibson12]

My power steering light came on and it’s very stiff! What should I do it’s 07 coboalt

[@wtbm123]

check the fuses first . check that the wire in fuse box is connected . but if all is good then it kind of needs hooked up to a scanner to read the codes and data.

[@hpgame4199]

No hello

[@wtbm123]

Hello

[@jnunez1203]

to hard to understand you

[@wtbm123]

Sorry but thanks for watching

[@jaimemerino8176]

I think you were just fishing, and dont really have any idea what you are doing.

[@wtbm123]

Thanks for watching