Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the power steering pump (1) to the vehicle.
- Install the bolts retaining the power steering pump to the power steering pump bracket.
Tighten: Tighten the power steering pump mounting bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Connect the lower electrical connector (4) to the power steering pump.
- Connect the upper electrical connector (3) to the power steering pump.
- Install the power steering pump return hoses (1, 5) to the power steering pump.
- Install the clamps retaining the power steering return hoses to the power steering pump.
- Install the power steering pump pressure hose to the power steering pump.
Tighten: Tighten the power steering pump pressure hose to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).
- Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
- Clean up any spilled power steering fluid from the hoses, connectors or pump.
- Connect the energy storage box after servicing the vehicle. Refer to Energy Storage Box (ESB) Service Disconnect/Connect (5.3L Engine w/RPO HP2) in Engine Electrical.
- Calibrate the brake pedal position sensor. Refer to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration Description and Operation .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
The lower connector will not go on if the upper connector is already installed.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure that the hose contacts the power steering pump as shown.
IMPORTANT:
The power steering system on this vehicle does not use standard power steering fluid. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations
in Maintenance and Lubrication for the correct power steering fluid.