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Installation Procedure

  1. If applicable, install the power steering pump reservoir. Refer to POWER STEERING RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT - OFF VEHICLE (CB SERIES)   . 
  2. Install the power steering pump pulley. Refer to POWER STEERING PULLEY REPLACEMENT (4.2L)   or POWER STEERING PULLEY REPLACEMENT (5.3L)   . 
  3. Align the power steering pump (1) with mounting bolt holes on engine block (2).
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the power steering pump mounting bolts (3).
    Fig 1: Installing Power Steering Pump And Mounting Bolts (5.3L)
    G01597062Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  5. Attach the power steering pump return hose (3) to power steering pump (2).
  6. Attach the power steering pump pressure hose (1) to power steering pump (2).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the fittings to 25 N.m (18 lb in).

  7. Install the PCM to PCM mounting bracket. Refer to POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE  in Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L.
  8. Install the drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT - ACCESSORY  in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L.
  9. Fill the power steering pump reservoir.
  10. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to BLEEDING THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM   . 
    Fig 2: Installing Power Steering Pressure Hose And Return Hose (5.3L)
    G01597063Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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