Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement

Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement (LS9)

Removal Procedure

1. Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.




2. Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose (1) from the power steering pump.




3. Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose (1) from the steering gear.
4. Maneuver the power steering gear inlet hose as needed and remove it from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Maneuver the power steering gear inlet hose as needed and position it to the vehicle.





Note: Hand start all power steering gear inlet hose connectors before finalizing any torques.

2. Connect the power steering gear inlet hose (1) to the steering gear and tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb ft).




3. Connect the power steering gear inlet hose (1) to the power steering pump.
4. Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
5. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding (Service and Repair).