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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the outer tie rods. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
    2. Fig 1: View Of Power Steering Gear & Bolts
    GM687447Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the power steering gear to the vehicle.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the power steering gear mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the power steering gear mounting bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

    4. Fig 2: View Of Power Steering Hose Assembly To Gear Retaining Bolt
    GM687443Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the support from the power steering gear.
  5. Install the power steering hose assembly to the power steering gear.
  6. Install the power steering hose assembly to the power steering gear retaining bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the power steering hose assembly to power steering gear retaining bolt to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

  7. Connect the lower intermediate shaft to the power steering gear. Refer to Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
  8. Install the steering gear crossmember. Refer to Front Steering Gear Crossmember Replacement .
    9. Fig 3: View Of Tie Rod & Steering Knuckle
    GM687435Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Connect the outer tie rods to the steering knuckles.
  10. Install the new outer tie rod retaining nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the outer tie rods retaining nuts to 57 N.m (42 lb ft).

  11. Install the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  12. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
  13. Lower the vehicle.
  14. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
  15. It is not necessary to adjust the front toe unless a tie rod end or the steering gear has been replaced. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment .
  16. Lower the vehicle.
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