Installation Procedure

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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Install the bracket (3) to the rear of the pump (1).
Tighten

Tighten the rear bracket retaining nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 1: Install Bracket To Rear Of Pump

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Install the power steering pump.
Install the bolt retaining the rear bracket to the engine.
Install the bolts to the front of the pump.
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 2: Install Power Steering Pump & Bolts

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Install the power steering pump return hoses (2,4) to the power steering pump and install the retaining clamps.

Fig 3: Install Power Steering Pump Return Hoses & Retaining Clamps
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Raise the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
Install the power steering pressure hose (2) to the power steering pump.
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 28 N.m (20 lb ft).

Fig 4: Install Power Steering Pressure Hose

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Install the oil pan skid plate, if equipped.
Install the oil pan skid plate bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the retaining bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle.
Install the intermediate shaft. Refer to INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENT-LOWER .
Install the power steering pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pulley Replacement .
Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .

Fig 5: Install Oil Pan Skid Plate & Bolts

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