Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the pipe fitting (4) and the gear outlet hose (3) to the steering gear (5).
Tighten: Tighten the pipe fitting to 25 N.m (18.4 lb ft).
- Install the end of the gear outlet hose (1) to the cooling pipe.
- Install the hose clamp in order to retain the hose to the pipe.
- Install the bolt (2) in order to retain the hose to the steering gear.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 7.8 N.m (69.04 lb in).
- Fill the power steering fluid reservoir. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid .
- Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
NOTE:
Refer to Installing Hoses without Twists or Bends Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
NOTE:
Refer to Using Proper Power Steering Fluid Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
NOTE:
Refer to Air in the Power Steering System Notice
in Cautions and Notices.