M. Sparks

By Melissa Sparks
August 15, 2019 in Ask A GM Technician

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Melissa Sparks

Posted August 15, 2019

I have replaced the power steering pump on my 2000 chevy tahoe 4x4 5.3 liter engine. While replacing the pump I broke off the EVO plug. I was told that GM no longer sells this part but instead offers a Actuater kit to bypass this EVO. I put the kit on my truck and I still have no power steering and it is almost impossible to drive or park or turn at slow speeds. Please tell me what else I need to check or if I needed to replace the pump in the first place. The steering is the same when the problem presented itself as it is with all the work and parts I have put into it. My pump has not whined or moaned at all during this whole process!!!! What am I doing wrong or missing I have asked the dealership and every auto parts store around. HELP!!!!

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