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2011 Buick Enclave CXL, FWD

Installation Procedure

2011 Buick Enclave CXL, FWDSECTION Installation Procedure
    Fig 1: View Of Power Steering Pump & Bolts
    GM1856749Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the power steering pump (1) to the vehicle.
    2. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  2. Install the power steering pump bolts (2) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    3. Fig 2: Identifying Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose And Fitting
    GM1856747Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Connect the power steering gear inlet hose fitting (1) to the power steering pump and tighten to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
    4. Fig 3: Identifying Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Outlet Hose
    GM1856746Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the power steering fluid reservoir outlet hose (1) to the power steering pump.
  5. Clean any excess fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
  6. Install the right side catalytic convertor. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side .
  7. Install the steering gear heat shield. Refer to Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement .
  8. Install the drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT .
  9. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
  10. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to FUEL INJECTOR SIGHT SHIELD REPLACEMENT .
RENDER: 1.0x

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