Power steering I have a chevy 2006 cobolt.While driving i get a power steering light.I pull over turn off car and wiggle wheel as stated in manual.What is causing this to happen?

Strangely this is a known issue. I fixed my squeaking by spraying the gap behind the steering wheel and the the dash with Jigaloo, which is a dry silicone lubricant. Spray it just before you start driving.

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Oct 10, 2009 - There are two bolts that hold the column in place. Before you go to work on those, push on your steering wheel to see if it is still squeaking.

Doesn't sound like a bcm issue. You have not stated your symptoms clearly. Check for power at the headlight socket and trace the wires from there. Could be you have lost the ground connection to the chassis.

You can go to you tube videos it helped us change head gasket on our Chevy venture

Need more info but try wiggling steering wheel back n forth while turning key. Also add a light lubricant such as 10W40 to lock cylinder and wiggle key. Check if key is worn or another key if possible.

Often this is caused by the steering wheel binding against the lock in the column.
Try to let go of the steering when you come to a stop parking before you turn the key off

Normally you need to step down on the brake pedal to release the key and shifter.

In a lot of GM and Chevys the intermediate steering link will lose grease and cause a clunk-like feeling while turning and braking. There is a TSB for such a problem. The dealer may still warranty the repair. You can take your truck into a local shop and they'll shake down the front end for about 1/2 hour labor to see if anything is wrong. About 80% of the time a pull is caused by a lateral tire pull or even a bad tire. Check your air pressures as well.

Does it feel like it's trying to pull back straight? if so, I would say you have a seized strut bearing on the right side.

The power steering is electric on that car. It has a electric motor on the column, and a control module. There are several causes that could be the problem. You need to have it scanned to get a better idea of what to do. If you can give me the codes you get then I will be glad to advise you on what's best. Good Luck

yes your problem is the motor. theres a new part number to replace that one. and correct not only malibu but also cobolt has the same problem