Oil Filter Friday, Watch a new automotive oil filter inspection video every Friday on this channel. UPDATED!!!!! 9-11-21 After only 3 months of use.The Cardone Power Steering Module/Motor that I installed just died on me. This time I ordered an ACDELCO Motor, (a little more expensive) hopefully this one will last, RockAuto is giving me store credit for the Cardone which will go towards the ACDELCO Motor. 6-9-20 Well I put in the New ACDelco motor and still didn't work turned out the fuse connections were dirty fuse #43 under the hood. i.imgur.com/o743qQN.jpg I'll post updates on how well it holds up. 9-11-21 still working Here's a link to the New Motor. ACDELCO Motor www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/saturn,2007,ion,2.2l+l4,1433443,steering,power+steering+assist+module,10798 Cardone Power Steering Module/Motor www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/saturn,2007,ion,2.2l+l4,1433443,steering,power+steering+assist+module,10798

@JesseLockeHere2Do

2 жыл бұрын

2004 Saturn ion power assist just stopped working. I'll check the fuse first. Thanks.

@JesseLockeHere2Do

2 жыл бұрын

Well, the fuse was fine so I replaced the power steering motor with relative ease. There was also an auburn color grease included with the motor and I applied it to the inner gear of the motor. It's working just fine. Thanks again.

@WhipCityWrencher

2 жыл бұрын

@@JesseLockeHere2Do If it worked out fine, That's Great. 👍

Have a 2007 saturn ion I purchased used in 2009. Since then I have had 5 power steering motors replaced - going on #6. The first 4 were under recall so I didn't have to pay. #5 I had to pay $350 approximately because recall is no longer valid. That was in June 2019. Now in May 2020, no power steering again. Didn't even last a year. I was told in 2010 when I had my first one replaced by the mechanic at the saturn dealer that "I would be back in a year or 2" because he said "GM was not repairing or modifying the faulty power steering motor, so they will be continuing to put in a faulty part that will only last a short while. "But what do you care," he said, " it's under recall so you don't have to pay. Just keep bringing it back when the steering goes and we'll put another one in." Shame on GM for recalling something but not fixing the problem. Instructing your mechanics to put in a part you know is going to break is ridiculous - and now it's a continued great expense and not just a nuisance. And it is dangerous also.

@WhipCityWrencher

4 жыл бұрын

Yep, very dangerous.That's just plain stupid on their part, because there paying someone to do the job over and over, plus a lawsuit's if it causes an accident and someone get's hurt. The one I put in is a Cardone, (3 year warranty) I hope it last for the life of the car.If it fails there'll be a follow up video. Good Luck with your car! and Thank's for your feedback, I didn't know that they were doing that kind of BS.

@katelynnblackmore-hendry7123

2 жыл бұрын

I know this is 2 years old but when you lost your power steering did the tires move when you turned your steering wheel? I was gifted a 2007 saturn and lost all steering to it my steering wheel turns all the way around but the tires don't turn when the steering wheel does. thankfully I was in parkinglot and noticed before a accident could happen but gm won't do anything to fix or even tell me the issue

Thanks a ton man! I had no idea it was so simple

@WhipCityWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!👍

@JustMe-ws2pe

Жыл бұрын

I love gm. They keep things simple

Excellent video. Thanks so much!

@WhipCityWrencher

2 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome! and Thank You for watching and the compliment😊🙌. Take care.

Thanks for sharing. I was backing one of my 2003s in at a relatives house and heard the chime and PWR STR displayed on the Driver information center and not no power steering

@WhipCityWrencher

2 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome! I hope the video helped you out.

@user-fo2hz8qf4f

7 ай бұрын

Helo... the "PWR STR" displayed on the Driver information center...did the power steering stop working OR was it another issue with the power steering? My mom's 07 ION is displaying this message with loss of power steering once and a while. Fluid is up to level.

@sailormoon9480

Ай бұрын

​@@user-fo2hz8qf4f where does the fluid go

I had to replace the motor after it failed on two different ocasions. I was able to have it work again by restarting the engine before replacement of the motor. I no longer have problems. I took the original moter apart to look inside. The only thing I found was black dust from the brushes. I will spray the brushes and comutator with no residue spray cleaner and keep it for a spare. That's the only thing I think that could cause it to fail. Beware, the motor and parts are highly magnetic.

@WhipCityWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Marty, The brush dust being the culprit for making these motors go bad makes a lot of sense. Thanks for all that great information! I'll keep that in mind if this 2nd motor ever fails. The 2nd motor I put in back in June Last year is still working fine 🤞. I hope it keeps on working till the end of the car's life 😊. Thanks for watching and commenting about your experience with your power steering motor.👍 Great Information!

@RoseyRosebluebloom

3 жыл бұрын

@@WhipCityWrencher my steering wheel is stiff and hard to steer, not only that but the pwr str signal comes on so im assuming it’s the motor, my question is if i just clean it, will it be as good as new ? i just don’t want to pay for a part and then labor

@WhipCityWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoseyRosebluebloom Hi tawny, First, check the fuse, here's a post I made on how to check the fuse under the hood, www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2346947#post2346947 If that doesn't work you can try what the viewer ( marty brutlag ) posted and clean it out. In order to clean it, you'll have to take the motor out and take it apart yourself, so your labor cost will be zero. If this doesn't work then you'll have to get a new one. Here is the one I recommend getting www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/saturn,2007,ion,2.2l+l4,1433443,steering,power+steering+assist+motor,14498 Hope this helps.

@RoseyRosebluebloom

3 жыл бұрын

@@WhipCityWrencher yes thank you it was just the fuse ! i changed it

@WhipCityWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoseyRosebluebloom 👍

I was moving my Saturn Ion out of the driveway @ 4 MPH when the power steering went out. I couldn't turn the steering wheel at all. It was impossible, 1000 times worse than armstrong steering, if you're old enough to have driven a car with no power steering. There were a bunch of accidents people died yet GM refused to fix the problem. GM got out of the claims due to bankruptcy. I sold my Saturn, and sold the Saturn I bought for my son. What I thought was a good car, was a Death Trap;

@WhipCityWrencher

4 жыл бұрын

Thank's for commenting, I appreciate the feedback.

Is this the same for a 2003 ion quad 2?

@WhipCityWrencher

Жыл бұрын

Yes, it has the same Power steering motor. But check fuse #43 under the hood before replacing the motor.

I came out the grocery store today and my power stirring is out again!!! I last replaced it in 2019 and now i have to put so much force in driving the car...i thought the mechanic fixed it for good....does this car not take liquid??? Power stirring fluid???? Or u have to keep replacing the whole part?

@WhipCityWrencher

Ай бұрын

It does not take power steering fluid. Make sure you read my pinned comment also.

I changed this part out and still have issue causing the power steering message to go off and have the steering wheel hard ?? Any ideas

@WhipCityWrencher

2 жыл бұрын

Check fuse # 43 under the hood. Mine had some corrosion on it and also gave me some problems. Let me know if that helps.

Thanks!

@WhipCityWrencher

6 ай бұрын

You're Welcome👍

Would this cause a stiffesh wheel as in after I make a turn it dosent recenter, I'm a big strong guy so a small car with no power steering I haven't notice but today going to work I'll just use a finger to steer and see if it acts like there is power steering and something is stiff or something else

@WhipCityWrencher

Жыл бұрын

You can definitely tell whether the Power steering is working or not. You may have another problem.

@armorboy24

Жыл бұрын

@Whip City Wrencher sprayed some wd40 on the u joint outside of the car and let it set for about 10,20 mins then drove home and it seemed to be better so I'm going with intermediate shaft not to hard to replace and would rather replace that first then the rack and pinion because if I did do that I would of changed out the shaft anyways, but front end is tight two new struts, good tires, car drives stright as a nail, but I for sure have power steering kind of tested it on the way home and it wants to recenter it will turn back almost all the way and stop just a bit before center but it's on and off when it dose it so I'm really thinking stiff ujoint so tonight before I go to bed I'm going to spray some pb blast I ran put of wd40 or some lube on it soak it good then tomorrow see what happens if it gets even better then ya shaft is getting replaced this weekend

@WhipCityWrencher

Жыл бұрын

@@armorboy24 Happy wrenching on your car!👍

I think it's more than the motor I think it has something to do with ignition switch sending proper power to the motor.?

This is really helpful - so there is no fluid or hydraulics - just the electric assist motor?

@WhipCityWrencher

2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I could help you out.😊 Correct, that's all it is, just an electric motor that spins.

@archivestereo

2 жыл бұрын

Whip City Wrencher so no way a slipping belt could cause the issue as there is no pump. This is so helpful. And I may try to change my own as well!

@WhipCityWrencher

2 жыл бұрын

@@archivestereo Before you try and replace the assist motor, check out fuse #43 in the fuse box located under your hood. Mine wasn't making good contact and that also gave me some trouble afterward.

@archivestereo

2 жыл бұрын

@@WhipCityWrencher Thanks - I'll make sure to do that! It was so funny. It stopped all of a sudden while driving but I just did it manually - only bad on tight turns. Then I stopped for about three minutes and when I restarted (after looking under hood for the non-existant power steering fluid reservoir) it worked.

@WhipCityWrencher

2 жыл бұрын

@@archivestereo Yep, that sounds like the steering motor on its way out

What size bolt is it

@WhipCityWrencher

Жыл бұрын

12mm

@rohanboswell5408

Жыл бұрын

@@WhipCityWrencher thanks,got a coworker,that has an ,06 ion says power steering don't work .I have not looked at the car yet but I'm thinking may be the same problem.

@WhipCityWrencher

Жыл бұрын

@@rohanboswell5408 Could be but check fuse #43 under the hood before you change the Power steering motor, they can go bad as well.

What size bolt they are

@WhipCityWrencher

9 ай бұрын

12mm

Recently bought a 2004 Saturn Vue. It has no power steering but it's not broken. They previous owner had the clutch replaced and the mechanic didn't reconnect the power steering. How do I reconnect it ?

@WhipCityWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

Without seeing it I have no idea, could be the power steering motor is not even in there, could be it just needs to be plugged in. Whoever worked on the car last should have not disconnected it. Take a look under your dash and see if the motor is actually there and if you have any dangling wires.

@FrozenStool

3 жыл бұрын

@@WhipCityWrencher thanks bud.

Whats the difference from assist module and assist motor 🤔

@WhipCityWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, Kee bo, there's no difference, It's the same part. It should be called a power steering motor. Thanks for watching.👍🙏🙌

Is it the same for a Saturn aura?

@WhipCityWrencher

2 жыл бұрын

I think they are different, depending on the engine size some have pumps.

@Ninthpolecat0

2 жыл бұрын

@@WhipCityWrencher Alright thank you sir, have a good rest of your day. Also props for still responding to comments!

I keep having fuse 42 and 43 blow. I replaced them and they blow as soon as i try to start it. It wont even start with those 2 fuses blown

@homesteadfarms5315

6 ай бұрын

Any ideas why those 2 fuses keep blowing? Will a bad steering motor make those fuses blow

@WhipCityWrencher

6 ай бұрын

@@homesteadfarms5315 It could be the Steering motor is bad and drawing too much electricity causing the fuses to burn out. Also, If it's corroded, try cleaning the area where the fuses go with an electrical contact cleaner like this one. www.amazon.com/CRC-Industries-Inc/dp/B086DX8BH4/ref=asc_df_B086DX8BH4/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=642105840910&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1655981292655953848&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001685&hvtargid=pla-1949640693763&psc=1&mcid=e67f3c2ff58f3b5cbe089958d94540af

@homesteadfarms5315

6 ай бұрын

​@@WhipCityWrencherthanks for those pointers. Do you know why the engine won't start when those two electronic power steering fuses are blown? The starter clicks pretty loud but won't turn over. I put a brand new battery in it and still just clicks. I hammered on the starter thinking it might have gotten stuck but that didn't help

@WhipCityWrencher

6 ай бұрын

@@homesteadfarms5315 Sorry, I dont know why. It's impossible for me to diagnose your vehicle without looking at it. I tried to give you some advice but without looking at the vehicle and doing some tests I don't know what could be wrong. Hammering on the starter may or may not work? If it did that would mean you probably need a new starter.

@homesteadfarms5315

6 ай бұрын

@@WhipCityWrencher I figured it out. The guy who connected the wires back connected the starter wire to the power steering terminal in the fuse box so every time the starter engaged it would blow the steering fuses. What an idiot🤣. I'm glad I figured it out though

3:34

What size bolts?

@WhipCityWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure they are 12mm, I'll know tomorrow for sure and I'll post back. Thanks for watching.👍🙏😊

@stiffdanny

3 жыл бұрын

@@WhipCityWrencher thank you for the video! Hugely greatful for you taking the time to post!

@WhipCityWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

@@stiffdanny Your Welcome,👍 I'll post back tomorrow and give you a definite answer about the bolt size, The Saturn is a friend's car and I do all the work on it. It just happens that she's coming over tomorrow for an oil change so I'll check it out then.🙌😊

@stiffdanny

3 жыл бұрын

@@WhipCityWrencher will do! Thank you!

@WhipCityWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

@@stiffdanny I just checked Definitely 12mm, a 12mm socket with a small extension is your best bet. Take Care👍🙏😊

Have you had any issues with the more expensive module so far?

@WhipCityWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. So far so good 🤞, it's been working fine. If you have a problem with yours, make sure you check and clean the contacts on fuse #43 located under the hood, before getting a new power steering motor/module. That fuse can get crud on the contacts and cause problems. Good Luck and Take Care!

@gamergonewild1466

3 жыл бұрын

@@WhipCityWrencher thanks for the reply. I’ve switched all the fuses out of my 04 Saturn ion and it didn’t seem to effect the outcome. I turn the car on and about 45 seconds after moving or even starting the car the power steering goes out. It turns on after starting the car but goes out after about 45 seconds

@WhipCityWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

@@gamergonewild1466 If I was you I guess I would replace the power assist motor. Perhaps you could have another problem but I doubt it. Being a 2004 it probably is just worn out. It's a little more expensive but I would get the original acdelco. Good Luck!

@gamergonewild1466

3 жыл бұрын

@@WhipCityWrencher I've only recently been having problems. My grandmother had this car for a couple years and didnt do ANY maintenance to it. I got the car at about 176k miles and when I first started using the car it was fine and then it started going out about 15 min into a drive and then started getting less and less and it ended at what it's at now a few months ago. I've just been driving without power steering since then because I haven't really found the true problem and I cant figure out the fuse for the diagnostics. I'd rather just replace power assist and go from there. I've gone about 1.5k miles without power steering so if it doesnt work I'll be fine until I find another solution. It's currently my only vehicle for the time being.

@WhipCityWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

@@gamergonewild1466 👍 Let us know how it turns out.

Where did you purchase the module from?

@WhipCityWrencher

4 жыл бұрын

oop's Sorry, I thought I had it in the description.Thank's for bringing that to my attention 👍(i'll fix that). I got it at Rockauto.The 1st one a Cardone failed after 3 months. The AcDelco I replaced it with is still working but it's only been about 3 months also, so who Knows. Here's the link. www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/saturn,2007,ion,2.2l+l4,1433443,steering,power+steering+assist+motor,14498

@kjoebunsie100

4 жыл бұрын

@@WhipCityWrencher Okay thanks. Now you replaced the module, did you ever had problems with the actual motor?

@kjoebunsie100

4 жыл бұрын

Or is it the same? Mine is just exactly like your wifes car. So I will be doing it myself. Took it to the dealer and you know how it goes..so here I am

@WhipCityWrencher

4 жыл бұрын

@@kjoebunsie100 Yep, module, motor, same part. It's fairly easy to replace.I believe I used a 1/4" drive 12mm socket with an extension. Two bolts and a plug. Good Luck!

@kjoebunsie100

4 жыл бұрын

@@WhipCityWrencher Thank you. So I hit the motor like 5 minutes ago and the power steering came back on. Now I dont know how long that will last..lol. But I will order the part from ACDelco. And I will let you know how it turned out. Thanks again for your replies. Believe it or not I have 422,000 kms on that Saturn. Its a 2.4 Quad Coupe. Rarely any problems because I do regular maintenance. So tell that to your wife. Lol. Its a fun car to drive and I love driving. Thanks again.

No special realignment necessary

@WhipCityWrencher

Жыл бұрын

Nope

Saturn ion is junk anyway