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Assembly Procedure

Important:  Use new O-ring seals when assembling the power steering pump assembly.

  1. Lubricate the O-ring seals (1) (4) with power steering fluid.
  2. To install the control valve assembly and flow control spring to the pump housing assembly (2); refer to Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve Replacement - Off Vehicle (Regular) .
  3. Install the O-ring seals (1) (4) to the pump housing assembly (2).
  4. Install the magnet (3) to the pump housing assembly (2).
    Fig 1: Installing Power Steering Reservoir O-Ring Seals
    G01662151Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the reservoir assembly (1) to the pump housing assembly (2).
  6. Fig 2: Installing Power Steering Reservoir Assembly
    G01662152Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the O-ring seal.
  8. Install the connector and fitting assembly (5). To install the variable assist steering actuator (3) and retaining ring (4); refer to Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve Actuator Replacement - On Vehicle .
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  9. Install the pump mounting studs (2) to the pump housing (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the pump mounting studs (2) to 58 N.m (43 lb ft).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the connector and fitting assembly (5) to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).

    Fig 3: Installing Power Steering Reservoir Components
    G01662153Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.