Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Refer to INSTALLING HOSES WITHOUT TWISTS OR BENDS NOTICE
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- Install the power steering fluid cooler pipe (5) to the power steering fluid reservoir.
- Install the cooler pipe to the end of the steering gear outlet hose.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
- Install the 2 bolts (2,4).
- Tighten
- Tighten the bolts to 7.8 N.m (69.04 Ib. in).
- Install the 2 hose clamps (3,6).NOTE: When adding fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use the proper power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks.
- Fill the power steering fluid reservoir. Refer to CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID
.NOTE: Refer to AIR IN THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM NOTICE .
- Bleed the power steering system. Refer to BLEEDING THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM .