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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the cooler pipe/hose to the vehicle.
  2. Install the cooler pipe/hose to the steering gear.

    Tighten: 

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

  3. Install the wiring harness clip to the cooler pipe/hose.
  4. Install the cooler pipe/hose to the clips on the steering gear.
    Fig 1: Cooler Pipe/Hose To Clips
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  5. Install the cooler pipe/hose to the retaining clip on the frame.
  6. Install the cooler pipe/hose retaining bolt to the frame.

    Tighten: 

    Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 in lbs) 

  7. Install the return hose to the cooler pipe/hose. Refer to Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (3.1L)  or Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (3.8L)  .
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Fill the power steering system. 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 .