LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> Oldsmobile >> 2003 >> Bravada AWD >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Steering >> Power Steering System >> Repair Instructions >> Power Steering Hose Assembly Replacement (5.3L) >> Installation Procedure
July 1: So it begins. Don't worry, this is not in the correct legal jurisdiction!

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the power steering hose assembly (1) to the vehicle.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the power steering hose assembly rear bracket mounting bolt (2).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  3. Connect the power steering pressure hose retaining clip.
  4. Install the power steering hose assembly front bracket mounting bolt (3).
    Fig 1: Installing Power Steering Hose Assembly Front Bracket Mounting Bolt (5.3L)
    G01597099Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the power steering pressure (1) and return hoses (3) to the power steering pump (2).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the fittings to 25 N.m (18 lb in).

  6. Install the PCM to PCM mounting bracket. Refer to POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE  in Engine Controls - 5.3L.
  7. Raise and support vehicle with suitable safety stands. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING  in General Information.
    Fig 2: Connecting Power Steering Pressure And Return Hoses To Power Steering Pump (5.3L)
    G01597100Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the power steering hose assembly to the power steering cooler.
    Fig 3: Connecting Power Steering Hose Assembly To Power Steering Cooler (5.3L)
    G01597101Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Connect the power steering hose assembly (1) to the power steering gear (3).
  10. Install the power steering hose assembly to power steering gear with mounting bolt (2).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

  11. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 4: Installing Power Steering Gear Mounting Bolt (5.3L)
    G01597102Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals