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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the power steering pump reservoir to the power steering pump. Refer to POWER STEERING RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT - OFF VEHICLE  .
  2. Install the power steering pulley to the power steering pump. Refer to POWER STEERING PULLEY REPLACEMENT  .
  3. Install the power steering pump to the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Installing Power Steering Pump
    G02552489Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  4. Install the power steering pump mounting bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the power steering pump mounting bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  5. Install the power steering return hose to the power steering pump.
    Fig 2: Installing Power Steering Return Hose To Power Steering Pump
    G02552490Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the power steering pressure line to the power steering pump.
    Fig 3: Installing Power Steering Pressure Line
    G02552491Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the hose to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

  7. Install the power steering pump pulley to the power steering pump. Refer to POWER STEERING PULLEY REPLACEMENT  .
  8. Install the accessory drive belt to the pump. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT in Engine Mechanical-4.0L.
  9. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to BLEEDING THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM  .
  10. Inspect the power steering system for leaks. Refer to Power Steering Fluid Leaks .
  11. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.