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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Steering Rack & Related Components
    GM460600Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the power steering pressure hose to the vehicle.
  2. Connect the power steering pressure hose to the bracket at the frame.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering gear.

    Tighten:  Tighten the power steering pressure hose to power steering gear to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

    4. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Lower Engine Mounting Bracket
    GM493550Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the power steering pressure hose bracket and retaining nut to the cylinder head.

    Tighten:  Tighten power steering pressure hose bracket retaining nut (2) to cylinder head to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  5. Install the fascia extension panel. Refer to Fascia Extension Replacement - Front in Bumpers.
  6. Install the power steering gear heat shield. Refer to Power Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement .
  7. Lower the vehicle.
    8. Fig 3: View Of Power Steering Pressure Hose & Power Steering Pump
    GM284268Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump.

    Tighten:  Tighten the power steering pressure hose to power steering pump to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

  9. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
  10. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
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