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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install all transferable parts as needed.
  2. Install the power steering pump assembly to the vehicle.
    3. Fig 1: View Of Power Steering Pump & Bolts
    GM346660Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
    IMPORTANT: Start all the bolts by hand before finalizing each torque.
  3. Install the power steering pump bracket bolt to the side of the engine.

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

  4. Install the power steering pump bolts.

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

    5. Fig 2: View Of Power Steering Return Hoses, Clamps & Power Steering Pump
    GM898607Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the power steering fluid cooler hose (4) and the power steering fluid cooler hose clamp (5) to the power steering pump assembly (1).
  6. If equipped with hydroboost, connect the power brake booster outlet hose (2) and the power brake booster outlet hose clamp (3) to the power steering pump assembly (1).
    7. Fig 3: View Of Power Steering Pressure Hose & Power Steering Pump
    GM898604Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Connect the power steering gear inlet hose (2) to the power steering pump assembly (1) from underneath the vehicle.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fitting to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).

  8. Clean any excess fluid power steering fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
  9. Connect the steering shaft coupling. Refer to Steering Shaft Coupling Replacement .
  10. Install the engine shield. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .
  11. Install the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement (4.3L, 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L)  or Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement (6.6L) .
  12. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
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