Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Power Steering Pump & Bracket

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the 2 bolts (5,6) in order to retain the pump to the bracket.
Tighten: Tighten the 2 bolts to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe & Outlet Hose

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Apply GM Goodwrench Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON®-III, GM P/N 12378470, or the equivalent ATF, in order to lubricate a NEW O-ring for the high pressure port.
Install the O-ring to the power steering gear inlet pipe.

NOTE: Refer to Installing Hoses without Twists or Bends Notice in Cautions and Notices.

IMPORTANT: Ensure the threads on the flare nut engage the threads in the high pressure port with at least 2 turns of the flare nut.

Install the power steering gear inlet pipe and the NEW O-ring to the high pressure port on the pump.
Tighten the flare nut.
Tighten: Tighten the flare nut to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Install the reservoir outlet hose to the pump. Install the hose clamp.
Install the power steering fluid reservoir. Refer to Remote Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement .
Install the engine accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory .
Install the intake components. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
Remove the drain pan.

NOTE: Refer to Using Proper Power Steering Fluid Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Fill the power steering fluid reservoir. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid .

NOTE: Refer to Air in the Power Steering System Notice in Cautions and Notices.