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Equinox power steering problem

I'm getting seriously annoyed with my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox, gasoline engine. The power steering is acting up! I'm getting a vibrating steering wheel, the handling feels spongy, and the car threw an error code. Plus, it's getting harder to turn, like the power steering is failing. Anyone else had this? I'm thinking it might be a bad connection somewhere.

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A 2014 Chevrolet Equinox owner is experiencing power steering issues, including a vibrating steering wheel, spongy handling, and difficulty turning, accompanied by an error code. The problem is suspected to be a bad connection. Another Equinox owner suggests checking the fuses, but ultimately identifies a faulty cable or plug on the steering column as the cause. The issue is resolved by replacing the defective cable.

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isabellacrystal71

Sounds rough! I've got an Equinox too, and had similar issues. Felt like I was trying to steer a boat with a broken rudder, real spongy, you know? First thought was low hydraulic fluid, but Equinoxes don't even have that, it's all electric steering. You check the fuses? Might be something simple.

paulschwarz9 (community.author)

Fuses, huh? I hadn't thought of that. Where are the fuses for the power steering located exactly? And did checking those solve your issue, or was it something else?

isabellacrystal71

Yeah, check the fuse box under the hood, diagram should be on the cover. Fuses weren't my problem though. Ultimately, the shaking and hard steering got so bad I took it to a shop. Turns out a faulty cable or plug on the steering column was the culprit. Made the steering feel like stirring concrete!

paulschwarz9 (community.author)

Thanks for the heads up! I booked it into the workshop after your comment. You were spot on, a defective cable. Cost me 95€ to get it sorted. Appreciate the advice!

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CHEVROLET

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EQUINOX