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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2003 🢒 Sunfire 🢒 Steering 🢒 Power Steering System 🢒 Power Steering Pressure Pipe Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 490384 Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the power steering pressure hose (3) from the power steering pressure pipe (4).

    2. Object Number: 639567 Size: SH
  2. Remove the bolt (2) from the power steering pressure pipe bracket (3).
  3. Disconnect the power steering pressure pipe (4) from the power steering pump (1).
  4. Remove the power steering pressure pipe (4) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 639567 Size: SH
  1. Position the power steering pressure pipe (4) to the vehicle.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Connect the power steering pressure pipe (4) to the power steering pump (1).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the fitting to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).

  3. Install the bolt (2) to the power steering pressure pipe bracket (3).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 26 N·m (19 lb ft).


    Object Number: 490384 Size: SH
  4. Connect the power steering pressure hose (3) to the power steering pressure pipe (4).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the fitting to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).

  5. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .