Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement (LS4)

Fig 1: Replacing Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory . Place a drain pan under the vehicle. Raise and lower the vehicle as necessary to access the power steering hose fitting at the rack and pinion. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Fill and bleed the power steering system after the repair has been completed. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
1	Drive Belt Tensioner Bolt NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tip: Only remove the one tensioner bolt that retains the power steering pressure hose. Tighten: 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
2	Power Steering Pressure Hose Fitting Nut (at pump) Tighten: 27 N.m (20 lb ft)
3	Power Steering Pressure Hose Fitting Nut (at rack and pinion) Tighten: 27 N.m (20 lb ft)
4	Power Steering Pressure Hose Tip: Release the hose from the retainers to remove it from the vehicle.