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Installation Procedure

  1. Insure the new power steering gear solenoid/actuator has 2 O-rings visible beneath the hex.
    2. IMPORTANT: Do not get dirt on the lower portion or the solenoid below the hex or inside the solenoid port of the steering gear.
  2. Taking care not to contaminate the steering gear, install the power steering gear solenoid/actuator.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    Fig 1: Installing Power Steering Gear Solenoid/Actuator In Steering Gear
    GM1336831Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Using the open-end crowfoot that comes in the kit, install the power steering gear solenoid/actuator in the steering gear.

    Tighten:  Tighten the solenoid to 18 N.m (14 lb ft).

    4. Fig 2: Connecting Power Steering Gear Solenoid/Actuator Wiring Harness
    GM1336827Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the power steering gear solenoid/actuator wiring harness.
  5. Install the power steering gear solenoid/actuator wiring harness to the 2 plastic wiring harness retainers.
  6. Install the front air deflector. Refer to Air Deflector Replacement - Front in Body Front End.
  7. Install the front tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  8. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
  9. Lower the vehicle
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