Question about GM 19168825 bypass kit install.

[chevrol8t]

Morning all! I ordered the bypass actuator kit for my 2000 Tahoe power steering pump as my power assist mounted on the backside of the pump is leaking pretty bad. I was wondering. Can I install this thing without pulling out the PS? If so how challenging is it?

Thanks!

 

[chevrol8t]

Took care of it. Had to replace the pump as well, as it started leaking elsewhere. So the pump was replaced as well as the assist module with the bypass. Tahoe actually seems to drives a lot better without the module connected.

 

[David Paul]

Interesting, did not hear of this before. What is different about the steering feel? Thanks...

 

[chevrol8t]

Interesting, did not hear of this before. What is different about the steering feel? Thanks...

Sorry been off the forum for a bit. Before the replacement there was a lot of "play" in my steering. Not sure if it was the combination of the PS pump and the module failing. Anyway after replacing both my steering feels a lot tighter. I don't have that white knuckle death grip while on the highway. What I mean is that every time I move the wheel no matter how slightly my Tahoe feel like it's going to roll. Like my assist was on crack. With the module gone (bypassed) I have a lot more confidence (not overconfidence) about driving. The wind don't have me by the b*lls and I feel good about passing slower vehicles.

Now I know why GM discontinued the module. It's more trouble then what it's worth. The idea seem reasonable, but the long term execution leaves much to be desired.

 

[David Paul]

Sorry been off the forum for a bit. Before the replacement there was a lot of "play" in my steering. Not sure if it was the combination of the PS pump and the module failing. Anyway after replacing both my steering feels a lot tighter. I don't have that white knuckle death grip while on the highway. What I mean is that every time I move the wheel no matter how slightly my Tahoe feel like it's going to roll. Like my assist was on crack. With the module gone (bypassed) I have a lot more confidence (not overconfidence) about driving. The wind don't have me by the b*lls and I feel good about passing slower vehicles.

Now I know why GM discontinued the module. It's more trouble then what it's worth. The idea seem reasonable, but the long term execution leaves much to be desired.

Thanks Will for the reply