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Power Steering Pump: Installation
- Install bracket (if removed) on engine. Using 2 line wrenches, install hydraulic pipe on pump. Install NEW "O" ring on reservoir. Install reservoir on pump.
- To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Fill reservoir with fluid. Connect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle. Slowly turn steering wheel from lock to lock. Repeat procedure until bubbles stop appearing in reservoir. Maintain fluid level during this procedure.
- Start and idle engine. Slowly turn steering wheel from lock to lock. Repeat until bubbles stop appearing in reservoir. Stop engine, and lower vehicle. Check and fill reservoir as necessary. Start engine, and let it idle. Turn steering wheel from lock to lock. Check for bubbles in reservoir.
- Continue procedure until bubbles stop appearing. If bubbles still appear, stop engine. Let vehicle sit for 1/2 hour or more, and then repeat step 3
. Check for leakage at hose and line connections. Repair or replace components as necessary.