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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Forward Servo Assembly
    GM164777Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the servo spring.
  2. Install the servo piston assembly.
  3. Install the forward servo cover O-ring.
  4. Install the forward servo cover.
  5. Fig 2: Holding Servo Assembly Compressed
    GM767121Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Using a long screwdriver in order to pry against the vehicle frame. Hold the servo assembly compressed.
  7. Install the 3 forward servo cover attaching bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the forward servo cover attaching bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

  8. Remove the drain pan from under the forward servo cover.
  9. Align the rear transaxle mount and bracket then Install the mount and bracket bolts. Refer to Transmission Mount Bracket Replacement - Rear .
  10. Remove the transaxle support stand.
  11. Install the power steering pressure hose. Refer to Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement in Power Steering.
  12. Install the power steering return hose. Refer to Power Steering Return Hose Replacement in Power Steering.
  13. Install the power steering gear heat shield. Refer to Power Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement in Power Steering System.
  14. Lower the vehicle.
  15. Fill the transaxle to the proper level. Refer to Fluid Capacity Specifications .
  16. Inspect the transaxle fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure .