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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the power steering pressure hose to the vehicle.
  2. Install the power steering pressure hose (2) to the clamps (1) on the power steering gear.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  3. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the fitting to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

  4. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering gear.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the pressure hose fitting to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Power Steering Pressure Hose (3.8L)
    G01673030Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  6. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (L36) or DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (L67) .
  9. Fill the power steering system with power steering fluid. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid .
  10. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
  11. Inspect the power steering system for leaks. Refer to Power Steering Fluid Leaks .