Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Install the rear bracket to the power steering pump. Tighten the rear bracket retaining bolts to 50 N.m (37 ft lbs).
  2. Install the power steering pump to the vehicle.
  3. Install the hoses to the pump. Tighten the hose fitting to 28 N.m (20 ft lbs).
  4. For vehicles with variable effort steering, connect the electrical connector.
  5. Install the bolts (1) to the rear of the power steering pump. Tighten the rear bolts to 50 N.m (37 ft lbs).
  6. Install the power steering pump mounting bracket. Tighten the mounting bracket bolts to 46 N.m (34 ft lbs).
  7. Install the power steering pump (1) to the bracket.
  8. Install the bolts (2) to the front of the pump. Tighten the power steering pump retaining bolts to 50 N.m (37 ft lbs).
  9. Install the filler neck to the power steering pump
  10. Install the nut (1) and clamp (3) retaining the filler neck to the power steering pump. Tighten the filler neck retaining nut to 25 N.m (18 ft lbs).
  11. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding Power Steering SystemΒ .
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