How to Add Power Steering Fluid to a 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 5.3L V8

Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 Model Years - 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006

Where to find the power steering wheel fluid in a 2003 Avalanche 1500

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Is your Avalanche 1500 hard to turn? You might need to add power steering fluid - this video shows you how to correctly add power steering fluid to your 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500. Adding power steering fluid to your Avalanche 1500 is easy (the hardest part is determining where is the power steering reservoir in your Avalanche 1500) and should be done whenever your power steering fluid is low. Before adding power steering fluid, be sure to check your owners manual to determine what type of power steering fluid to add to your Avalanche 1500. This information will typically be located in the back of the manual in a section title fluid capacities and specifications.

In a few days, check the power steering fluid level in your Avalanche 1500 to make sure you don't have a leak. If you notice the power steering fluid level is low, see our how to fix minor power steering fluid leaks video.

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