Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Installing Power Steering Pump
    G01419059Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the following components to the power steering pump rear bracket (1):
    • The power steering pump (2).
    • The power steering pump front bracket (3).
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  2. Install the power steering pump mounting bolts (4) to the power steering pump (2).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft)

  3. Install the power steering reservoir outlet pipe/hose to the power steering pump. Refer to POWER STEERING RESERVOIR OUTLET PIPE/HOSE REPLACEMENT  .
  4. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump. Refer to POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE REPLACEMENT  .
  5. Install the power steering pump pulley. Refer to POWER STEERING PULLEY REPLACEMENT  .
  6. Install the power steering fluid reservoir. Refer to REMOTE POWER STEERING FLUID RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT  .
  7. Install the Brake Pressure Modulator

    Valve (BPMV) bracket. Refer to BRAKE PRESSURE MODULATOR VALVE (BPMV) BRACKET REPLACEMENT in Antilock Brake System.

  8. Install the Brake Pressure Modulator

    Valve (BPMV). Refer to BRAKE PRESSURE MODULATOR VALVE (BPMV) REPLACEMENT in Antilock Brake System.

  9. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to BLEEDING THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM  .
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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.
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