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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 472 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSPOWER STEERING PUMP REPLACEMENT (LLV, LLR)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 GMC Canyon and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: View Of Power Steering Pump & Mounting Bolts
    GM1201379Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the power steering pump.
    2. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  2. Install the power steering pump mounting bolts and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
    3. Fig 2: View Of Power Steering Pressure Hoses
    GM1207233Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Connect the power steering pressure hoses to the power steering pump. Tighten the power steering pressure hose to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  4. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
  5. Connect the oil pressure sensor harness clip to the pump body.
  6. Install the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement (LLV, LLR) .
  7. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement for the 2.9L engine or Drive Belt Replacement for the 3.7L engine.
  8. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement for the 2.9L engine or Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement for the 3.7L engine.
  9. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
  10. Inspect the power steering system for leaks.
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