power steering whine

[the_legend_1981]

Ok this isnt 73-87 but i have a 94 chevy 1500 with 305. the power steering is whining at an idle and i can hear it in 1st and 2nd. The whine does not increase when turning the wheel. Should I try bleeding it? is there common problems with the tbi?

[Lt.Del]

sounds like the pump is going.  The same sound will happen when the belt tensioner bearings are about to go too, so, be sure it is the pump. 

[the_legend_1981]

how much work is it to change the tensioner?

[the_legend_1981]

is there a way to regrease this?

[Lt.Del]

they're usually sealed units.  AFter removing the belt, You'd have to look at it.  I don't know the setup of a 94, but, there should be a pulley with bearings.  There should be a bolt through the middle or the spring bracket that is held by 2 or 3 bolts..you'd have to look at it.   Still, it could be your p.s pump.  Be sure prior to replacing things.

[the_legend_1981]

ok. thank you

[the_legend_1981]

doesnt sound like its coming from the power steering side so i'll take the belt off tomorrow and see whats up.

[the_legend_1981]

exactly what it was...thanks again

[Lt.Del]

glad to help.