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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the reservoir to the pump.
  2. Install the power steering pump pulley. Refer to POWER STEERING PULLEY REPLACEMENT   . 
  3. Install the pump to the vehicle.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the power steering pump bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the power steering pump bolts to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Power Steering Pump Bolts
    G01482910Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the return hose to the pump. Refer to POWER STEERING RETURN HOSE REPLACEMENT   . 
    Fig 2: Installing Return Hose To Pump
    G01482911Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the pressure hose to the pump. Refer to POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE REPLACEMENT   . 
  7. Install the drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT  in Engine Mechanical - 3.4L.
  8. Fill the power steering system. Refer to CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID   . 
  9. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to BLEEDING THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM   . 
  10. Inspect the system for leaks. Refer to POWER STEERING SYSTEM TEST PROCEDURE   . 
    Fig 3: Installing Pressure Hose To Pump
    G01482912Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.