Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement (With Hydroboost)
Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement (With Hydroboost)
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement (Chevrolet), (GMC).
2. Notice:
Refer to Power Steering Hose Disconnected Notice.
Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
3. Siphon the fluid from the reservoir to prevent excess spillage.
4. Remove the clamp retaining the power steering cooler inlet hose (3) to the power steering gear (2).
5. Remove the clamp retaining power steering cooler outlet hose (5) to the power steering pump (1).
6. Remove the bolts (2) retaining the power steering cooler from the radiator support.
7. Remove the power steering cooler from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Notice:
Refer to Fastener Notice.
Install the power steering cooler (1) to the radiator support.
Tighten the bolts retaining the power steering cooler to 5 Nm (44 inch lbs.).
2. Install the power steering cooler outlet hose (3) to the power steering pump (2).
3. Install the retaining clamp.
4. Install the power steering inlet hose (5) to the power steering gear (1).
5. Install the retaining clamp.
6. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding.
7. Inspect all the hose connections for leaks.
8. Install the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement (Chevrolet), (GMC).