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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Installing Power Steering Pump Pulley Hub - L81
    GM891653Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Using the SA9218NE  , install the power steering pulley hub to the power steering pump. See Special Tools and Equipment .
  2. Fig 2: Removing & Installing Power Steering Pump - L81
    GM891791Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTIC in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the power steering pump to the power steering pump bracket.

    Tighten:  Tighten the pump to bracket bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  4. Fig 3: Removing & Installing Power Steering Hoses At Power Steering Pump - L81
    GM891789Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Inspect the power steering hose O-ring and replace if necessary.
  5. Connect the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fitting to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

  6. Connect the power steering return hose to the power steering pump.

    Tighten:  Tighten the clamp to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

  7. Fig 4: Removing & Installing Power Steering Pump Pulley Bolts
    GM891786Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the Power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pulley Replacement (L81) .
  9. Fig 5: Removing & Installing Air Cleaner Assembly
    GM895973Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the air cleaner assembly.
  11. Fill the power steering reservoir and bleed air from the system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .