Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the power steering gear inlet hose to the vehicle.

Fig 1: Identifying Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Fitting & Steering Gear

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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

NOTE: Start all fittings and bolts by hand before finalizing any torques.

Connect the power steering gear inlet hose fitting (1) to the steering gear and tighten the fitting to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 2: Power Steering Gear Pipe Bracket Bolt & Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Clip Bolt

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Install the power steering gear inlet hose clip bolt (2) and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Install the power steering gear pipe bracket bolt (1) and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

Fig 3: Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Fitting

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Connect the power steering gear inlet hose fitting (1) to the power steering pump and tighten the fitting to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Clean any excess fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .