Q: Is there a difference in power steering pumps for a 2003 2500hd and 2500 p/u with the duramax

Yes, on a lot of vehicles it is normal. When you change your oil, a lot of times oil will drip off the oil filter when you take it off and get on the exhaust manifold and on the engine....

Hey there. You have a binding accessory on the engine like the A/C compressor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ac-compressor-replacement) or pulley, power steering pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/power-steering-pump-replacement), or an idler pulley. You should first test the computer to see if the power steering pressure switch is...

Hello. Check intake vacuum at idle to "guess" as to the status of the timing. If below factory spec., for example if as low as 15 inches or so (vac. gauge reading), you might be off a tooth. Really, the...

It sounds as though you may have bent a tie rod (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/tie-rod-end-replacement). The tie rods are the links between the steering and the wheels, and they are normally pretty tough, but a good solid whack can bend them. Additionally, the...

One of the number one causes for rattling noises on an automobile while driving would be a loose heat shield on the exhaust. These heat shields are made of thin sheet metal and are intended to prevent excess heat from...

The pulleys may not be lined up in the same plane. Look at the harmonic balancer and crank pulley in particular. The rubber bond in the balancer may have failed thus causing misalignment of the pulleys relative to the other...

It is unlikely that an oil leak would have any impact on the slow cranking you describe. Generally, slow cranking is related to a weak battery or charging system. It sounds like you may have a weak battery, a failing...