Power Steering problem with my 2006 Chevy Equinox
Mileage = 23,000
Engine size = 3400 v6
Many dash lights on dash
GM Computer codes = many
Repair work done prior jump started because dead battery
work done to repair this problem = nothing
tip/donation yes
GM tech = jk
question = My Equinox has no power steering. It is very stiff. The service stability light is on. Check
engine warning on dash. Many other indicators on as well. This all started after we had to jump start
the battery because my son left the key on for a long time. Did a computer blow up? What can i do to
fix it. It does start and run.
JK:
This is a common problem we have been seeing with these vehicles, as well as the Pontiac Torrent,
Chevy HHR, and Cobalt. Improper jump starting causes the main 80 or 100 amp fuse to blow. This
causes the powers steering, ABS, and other computer to not have power - and therefore do not
function. See pics below for the main fuse location.
Check this fuse with a test light just like any other fuse Click Here For More Info on Checking Fuses.
Improper jump starting will also cause codes to be stored in many of the other on board computer,
and may cause 1 or more to fail and need replacement. A scanner with LAN capabilities is need to
scan the computer for codes and further diagnosis to determine if any of the modules are damaged.
Mileage = 23,000
Engine size = 3400 v6
Many dash lights on dash
GM Computer codes = many
Repair work done prior jump started because dead battery
work done to repair this problem = nothing
tip/donation yes
GM tech = jk
question = My Equinox has no power steering. It is very stiff. The service stability light is on. Check
engine warning on dash. Many other indicators on as well. This all started after we had to jump start
the battery because my son left the key on for a long time. Did a computer blow up? What can i do to
fix it. It does start and run.
JK:
This is a common problem we have been seeing with these vehicles, as well as the Pontiac Torrent,
Chevy HHR, and Cobalt. Improper jump starting causes the main 80 or 100 amp fuse to blow. This
causes the powers steering, ABS, and other computer to not have power - and therefore do not
function. See pics below for the main fuse location.
Check this fuse with a test light just like any other fuse Click Here For More Info on Checking Fuses.
Improper jump starting will also cause codes to be stored in many of the other on board computer,
and may cause 1 or more to fail and need replacement. A scanner with LAN capabilities is need to
scan the computer for codes and further diagnosis to determine if any of the modules are damaged.
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Problem with my = 2007 Chevrolet Equonix
4cyl
dash lights = security light flashing
question = The front driver side door won't lock or unlock with the key pad. The security light flashes all the
time. What is wrong and how can I fix it.
Sounds Like Possibly a Body Control Module (BCM) problem. The BCM controls many electrical functions of
the Equinox, including the theft, and door locks. Be sure to check all fuses. Other than that, a scan of modules
data would be neededto diagnose the problem.
4cyl
dash lights = security light flashing
question = The front driver side door won't lock or unlock with the key pad. The security light flashes all the
time. What is wrong and how can I fix it.
Sounds Like Possibly a Body Control Module (BCM) problem. The BCM controls many electrical functions of
the Equinox, including the theft, and door locks. Be sure to check all fuses. Other than that, a scan of modules
data would be neededto diagnose the problem.
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vent to floor and defrost. Is it temperature door motor that i can repair myself...
See Pictures Here