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Installation Procedure

    NOTE: The inlet and outlet hoses must not be twisted during installation. Do not bend or distort the inlet or outlet hoses to make installation easier. Failure to follow these procedures could result in component damage.
    NOTE: The inlet and outlet hoses must not be twisted during installation. Do not bend or distort the inlet or outlet hoses to make installation easier. Failure to follow these procedures could result in component damage.
  1. Position the brake booster inlet hose to the vehicle.
  2. Fig 1: Brake Booster Inlet Hose Fitting At Brake Booster
    GM1831018Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Using a new O-ring seal, connect the brake booster inlet hose to the brake booster. Hand tighten only.
  4. Raise the vehicle.
  5. Fig 2: Brake Booster Inlet Hose Fitting At Power Steering Pump
    GM1831030Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  6. Using a new O-ring seal, connect the brake booster inlet hose to the power steering pump.

    Tighten:  Tighten the brake booster inlet hose fitting to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).

  7. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Tighten the brake booster inlet hose fitting at the brake booster.

    Tighten:  Tighten the brake booster inlet hose fitting to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).

  10. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
  11. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .