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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the pitman arm if necessary. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement .
  2. Install the steering gear to the vehicle.
    3. Fig 1: View Of Steering Gear Bolts
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    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
    IMPORTANT: Start all of the steering gear bolts by hand and fully seat them before finalizing the torque.
  3. Install the steering gear bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 150 N.m (110 lb ft).

    4. Fig 2: View Of Pitman Arm Nut
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  4. Install the pitman arm to the relay rod.
  5. Install the pitman arm nut (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).

  6. Connect the power steering hoses to the steering gear.

    Tighten:  Tighten the hoses fittings to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).

  7. Connect the steering shaft coupling. Refer to Steering Shaft Coupling Replacement .
  8. Clean any excess fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
  9. If equipped with a diesel engine, install the left wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side (Chevrolet) or Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side (GMC) .
  10. Install the engine shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .
  11. Lower the vehicle.
  12. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
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