Installation Procedure

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the power steering pressure hose (1) to the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Locating Power Steering Pressure Hose
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  2. Install the power steering pressure hose to the clamps on the power steering gear.
  3. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering gear.

    Tighten:Β 

    Tighten the fitting to 27 N.m (20 ft lbs)Β 

  4. Install the power steering pressure hose to the retaining bracket on the engine.
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump.

    Tighten:Β 

    Tighten the fitting to 27 N.m (20 ft lbs)Β 

  7. Install the coolant reservoir. Refer to COOLANT RECOVERY RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT in ENGINE COOLING .
  8. Fill the power steering system with power steering fluid. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering FluidΒ .
  9. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering SystemΒ .
  10. Inspect the power steering system for leaks. Refer to Power Steering Fluid LeaksΒ .
  11. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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