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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the power steering pump pulley. Refer to POWER STEERING PULLEY REPLACEMENT (4.2L)   or POWER STEERING PULLEY REPLACEMENT (5.3L)   . 
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the power steering pump.
  3. Install the power steering pump mounting bolts.

    Tighten 

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

    Fig 1: Installing Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts (4.2L)
    G01597058Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the power steering cooler hose (2) to the power steering pump.
  5. Install the power steering pressure hose (1) to the power steering pump.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the power steering pressure hose to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  6. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
  7. Install the drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT  in Engine Mechanical 4.2L.
  8. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY  in Engine Controls 4.2L
  9. Install the radiator air intake baffle. Refer to AIR INTAKE BAFFLE REPLACEMENT - RADIATOR  in Body Front End.
  10. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to BLEEDING THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM   . 
    Fig 2: Connecting Power Steering Pressure And Cooler Hose (4.2L)
    G01597059Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Inspect the power steering system for leaks and the hoses for clearance away from the frame and other components.
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