GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Notice: Do not start the vehicle with any power steering gear inlet or outlet hoses disconnected. When disconnected, plug or cap all openings of components. Failure to do so could result in contamination or loss of power steering fluid and damage to the system.

  1. Install a drain pan under the vehicle.
  2. Siphon the power steering fluid from the reservoir to prevent excessive spillage.

  3. Object Number: 407982  Size: SH
  4. Remove the power brake booster outlet hose (1) from the power brake booster (2).

  5. Object Number: 309303  Size: SH
  6. Remove the power brake booster outlet hose (1) from the steering gear (2).
  7. Remove the hose from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: The inlet and outlet hoses must not be twisted during installation. Do not bend or distort the inlet or outlet hoses to make installation easier. Failure to follow these procedures could result in component damage.

  1. Route the hose in the same position the hose occupied prior to removal.
  2. Smoothly route the hose in order to avoid sharp bends and kinking.

  3. Object Number: 309303  Size: SH
  4. Install the steering gear outlet hose (1) to the steering gear (2).
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the hose fitting to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).


    Object Number: 407982  Size: SH
  6. Install the power brake booster outlet hose (1) to the steering pump (2).
  7. Check the power steering fluid level. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid .
  8. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
  9. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .