Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003 GMC Envoy XL, 2003 GMC Envoy, and 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the power steering pump pulley. Refer to POWER STEERING PULLEY REPLACEMENT (4.2L)
or POWER STEERING PULLEY REPLACEMENT (5.3L)
. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the power steering pump.
- Install the power steering pump mounting bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the power steering pump mounting bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the power steering cooler hose (2) to the power steering pump.
- Install the power steering pressure hose (1) to the power steering pump.
Tighten
Tighten the power steering pressure hose to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
- Install the drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT in Engine Mechanical 4.2L.
- Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY in Engine Controls 4.2L
- Install the radiator air intake baffle. Refer to AIR INTAKE BAFFLE REPLACEMENT - RADIATOR in Body Front End.
- Bleed the power steering system. Refer to BLEEDING THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM .
- Inspect the power steering system for leaks and the hoses for clearance away from the frame and other components.