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Installation Procedure

  1. Position the power steering gear outlet hose on the vehicle.
    2. Fig 1: Power Steering Gear Inlet And Outlet Hoses
    GM2808015Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Connect the power steering gear inlet and outlet hoses (2, 3) and NEW seals (4) to the steering gear.
    3. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Tighten the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose bolt (1) to 11 N.m (97 lb in).
    4. Fig 2: Power Steering Gear Outlet Hose Bracket
    GM2809970Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Secure the power steering gear outlet hose (3) to the vehicle frame using the power steering gear inlet hose bracket bolt (1) and the plastic push pin (2).
  5. Tighten the power steering gear outlet hose bracket bolt (3) to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
    6. Fig 3: Steering Gear Outlet Hose Clamp
    GM2809971Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Connect the power steering gear outlet hose (2) to the power steering fluid cooler and secure using the power steering gear outlet hose clamp (1).
  7. Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
  8. Install the right front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  9. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
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