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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 5.0 MREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 549 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSPOWER STEERING PRESSURE PIPE/HOSE REPLACEMENT (LY7)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 M
Installation Procedure
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 MSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the pressure hose into the vehicle.
- Connect the pressure hose fitting to the power steering pump. HAND TIGHTEN ONLY.
- Connect the pressure hose to the hose retainer.
- Connect the pressure hose from the steering gear.
Tighten: Tighten the pressure hose fitting to the steering gear to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
- Remove the drain pan under the power steering pump and the power steering gear.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the power steering pressure pipe/hose to the power steering reservoir mounting stud.
- Install the power steering pressure pipe/hose nut to the power steering reservoir mounting stud.
Tighten: Tighten the pressure pipe/hose nut to 25 N.m (19 lb ft).
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Connect the pressure hose to the power steering pump.
Tighten: Tighten the pressure hose fitting to the pump to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
- Install the right side engine splash shield. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement - Engine in Body Front End.
- Install the front right tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the power steering reservoir with power steering fluid. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid .
- Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
- Inspect the system for leaks. Refer to Power Steering Fluid Leaks .
Fig 1: Locating Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Nut From The Power Steering Reservoir Mounting Stud
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.