Installation Procedure

NOTE: Refer to Installing Hoses without Twists or Bends Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Fig 1: View Of Power Steering Lines

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Apply GM Goodwrench Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON®-III, GM P/N 12378470, or the equivalent ATF, in order to lubricate a NEW O-ring (1) for the inlet port on the power steering gear.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the power steering gear inlet pipe and the NEW O-ring to the steering gear.
Tighten: Tighten the flare nut to 36 N.m (27 lb ft).
Apply GM Goodwrench Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON®-III, GM P/N 12378470, or the equivalent ATF, in order to lubricate a NEW O-ring (3) for the high pressure port on the pump.
Install the gear inlet pipe and a NEW O-ring to the power steering pump.
Tighten: Tighten the flare nut to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Install the bolt in order to retain the inlet pipe to the frame.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 6.5 N.m (57.5 lb in).
Install the 2 bolts in order to retain the inlet pipe to the engine bracket.
Tighten: Tighten the 2 bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

NOTE: Refer to Using Proper Power Steering Fluid Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Fill the power steering fluid reservoir. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid .

NOTE: Refer to Air in the Power Steering System Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .