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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the power steering gear through the vehicle left side wheel opening to the frame.
  2. Install the power steering gear bolts.

    Important:  This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if:

    • The fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust
    • The fastener develops 2 N.m (18 lb in) of torque/drag against its counterpart prior to the fastener seating.

    If the fastener does not meet these criteria, REPLACE the fastener.

    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the power steering gear nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the power steering gear nuts to 80 N.m (59 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Power Steering Gear Bolts And Nuts
    G01482955Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the power steering gear pressure hose to the power steering gear. Refer to POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE REPLACEMENT   . 
    Fig 2: Installing Power Steering Gear Pressure Hose To Power Steering Gear
    G01482956Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the power steering gear cooler pipe to the power steering gear. Refer to POWER STEERING COOLER PIPE/HOSE REPLACEMENT   . 
  6. Install the power steering gear cooler pipe retaining clip.
  7. Use the utility stand in order to raise the frame and the powertrain.
  8. Install the NEW frame rear bolts.
  9. Remove the utility stand from the frame.
  10. Install the steering intermediate shaft to the steering gear. Refer to INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENT  in Steering Wheel and Column.
  11. Install the tie rod ends to the steering knuckles. Refer to TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT - OUTER   in Power Steering System.
    Fig 3: Installing Power Steering Gear Cooler Pipe Retaining Clip
    G01482957Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the stabilizer shaft. Refer to STABILIZER SHAFT REPLACEMENT  in Front Suspension.
  13. Lower the vehicle.
  14. Fill the power steering system. Refer to CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID   . 
  15. Bleed the air from the system. Refer to BLEEDING THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM   . 
  16. Inspect the system for leaks. Refer to POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKS   . 
  17. Inspect and adjust the toe as necessary. Refer to FRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT  in Wheel Alignment.
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