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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the power steering pump reservoir to the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Reservoir Replacement - Off Vehicle (CB Series) .
  2. Install the power steering pump pulley to the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pulley Replacement (3.8L)  or Power Steering Pulley Replacement (3.1L)  .
  3. Position the power steering pump to the engine.
  4. Install the power steering pump mounting bolts.

    Tighten: 

    Tighten the mounting bolts to 34 N.m (25 ft lbs) 

    Fig 1: Power Steering Pump
    G01720093Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pressure Hose Replacement (3.1L)  or Power Steering Pressure Hose Replacement (3.8L)  .
  6. Install the power steering return hose to the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (3.1L)  or Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (3.8L)  .
    Fig 2: Power Steering Hoses
    G01720094Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the electrical connector (1) to the power steering pump (4).
    Fig 3: Electrical Connector
    G01720095Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS & DRIVE BELT ROUTING .
  9. Fill the power steering system with fluid. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid .
  10. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
  11. Inspect the power steering system for leaks. Refer to Power Steering Fluid Leaks .
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