Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the power steering cooler pipe into position through the inner wheel opening.
- Connect the power steering cooler pipe to the power steering return hose.
- Raise the vehicle.
- Install the power steering cooler pipe to the power steering gear.
Tighten: Tighten the cooler pipe fitting to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
- Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering gear.
Tighten: Tighten the pressure hose fitting to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
- Attach the power steering cooler pipe clips to cradle.
- Install the steering gear heat shield (snap type) over the steering gear and pipes.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the power steering system with power steering fluid. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid .
- Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
- Inspect the power steering system for leaks. Refer to Power Steering Fluid Leaks .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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