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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2005 🢒 Matiz 🢒 Preface 🢒 Cautions and Notices 🢒 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1224923 Size: SH
  1. Remove the fluid reservoir by pulling it upward (1).

    2. Object Number: 1224924 Size: SH
  2. Disconnect the supply line hose by loosening the hose clamp (3).
  3. Remove the reservoir cap (1).
  4. Catch the escaping fluid in a drain pan.
  5. Disconnect the fluid return hose by loosening the hose clamp (2).
  6. Plug the openings of both hoses to prevent the fluid loss and contamination.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1224925 Size: SH
  1. Connect both hoses and secure the hose clamps.

    2. Notice: Refer to Power Steering Required Fluid Notice in the Preface section.

  2. Fill the fluid reservoir with power steering fluid.
  3. Inspect for leaks. If there are leaks, correct the cause of the leaks and bleed the system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .