How do you fix the power steering? - 2010 Chevrolet HHR

Code U0131 = Lost Communication With Power Steering Control Module.
The car's ECU, (It's brain), isn't getting a signal from the power steering system. This could be a wiring issue somewhere in the power steering electronics or a faulty Power Steering Control Module.

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Terrence, If power steering fluid level is good, you may have air getting into system or the pump may be defective. Check the attached links,instruction and guides, Good luck "I hope this helped you out, if so let me know by pressing the helpful button. Check out some of my other posts if you need more tips and info."
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With hydraulic power steering.
You may have a pressure hose and return hose, if problem with hose, you replace it.
I can't rule out a problem with rack&pinion?
Your steering shaft probably attaches to rack&pinion assembly.

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THIS IS A DEALERSHIP FIX ELECTRIC POWER STEERING IS CONTROLLED BY POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE.IT CONTROL BY INFORMATION SENSORS LIKE TORQUE SENSORS IN STEERING WHEELAND VECHICLE SPEED SENSOR IN WHICH SPEED WILL AID IN STEERING.YOU GO 10 MILES AN HOUR YOU WILL RECEIVE FULL POWER ASSIST.YOU GO 25 MILE HOUR POWER ASSIST REDUCED.THIS STEERING SYSTEM HAS TO BE HOOKED UP ON DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT AT DEALERSHIP YOU CANT FIX AT HOME.YOUR OWNERS MANUAL IN GLOVE BOX HAS ALL FUSE AND RELAYS LOCATIONS.

The power steering control module is the problem. The diagnostics say to replace the power steering motor first, if the steering works its fixed. Most of the time it don't fix the problem and the steering column has to be replaced anyway. The power steering control module is installed on the column and the only way to get it is to replace the column. Dealer cost is around 650.00.

You will have a leak from the pump, pressure hoses or the rack. You will have to get the system washed down and inspected for the leak, most common problem is the steering rack leaking, this will leak oil onto the exhaust and cause your smoking problem, start her.


Remove the power steering pump pulley.
Place a drain pan under the vehicle. Important: Cap or plug the ends of the power steering hoses to prevent fluid loss.
Disconnect the power brake booster inlet hose from the power brake booster.



Disconnect the power steering cooler hose from the power steering pump.



Disconnect the power steering pump remote reservoir hose from the power steering pump.



Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
Remove the power steering pump rear mounting bracket nut.
Lower the vehicle.
Loosen the accessory bracket bolts and nut. Pull the accessory bracket forward.
Remove the power steering pump mounting bolts.
Remove the power steering pump and the power brake booster inlet hose from the vehicle.
Remove the power brake booster inlet hose from the power steering pump.

if you got the hydro brake boost system .check your power steering pump hoses for leaks .check master cylinder is leaking. fill power steering pump and master cylinder with fluid. the one that is the lowest that the one leaking. if your hydro boost brake unit is leaking .replace it .if power steering pump leaking. it not the hoses replace it . because if power steering goes out brakes will also go out.

Should be a cap under the hood that says power steering fluid