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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the cooler pipe.
    Fig 1: Power Steering Cooler Pipe
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  2. Install the cooler pipe to the retainers on the frame.
  3. Install the cooler pipe retainer.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  4. Install the cooler pipe retainer bolt/screw.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the cooler pipe retainer bolt/screw to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  5. Fig 2: Cooler Pipe At Steering Gear
    G01826973Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the cooler pipe to the steering gear.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the power steering gear cooler pipe fitting to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

  7. Install the power steering gear hose clip.
  8. Fig 3: Return Hose From Cooler Pipe
    G01826974Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the return hose to the cooler pipe.
  10. Use the utility stand in order to raise the frame rear.
  11. Install the NEW frame rear bolts.
  12. Install the intermediate shaft to the steering gear. Refer to INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENT .
  13. Lower the vehicle.
  14. Fill the power steering fluid reservoir. Refer to Maintenance.
  15. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .