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2001 Malibu - Power Steering Problem

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Old May 24, 2009 | 10:58 AM
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Default 2001 Malibu - Power Steering Problem

I have a problem that just happened without warning. My car started to make a horrible noise and then the power steering went out. After adding fluid, I noticed that little specs of small particles, like dust, were flying around. Then I noticed that the power steering pulley is disintegrating. The hole in the middle of the pulley is almost worn through.

So, my question is: Is it just the pulley or the pulley and pump? I have never replaced anything like this before, so I need to know if a novice can do this or should I get it repaired - Pepboys told me it would be $209 for the pump (the only place open today).

Are there any instructions with diagrams that I can get online (free) that can show me what I have to do, if I fix this myself?

Thank you for your help
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