Power Steering Pump Replacement for Cadillac Catera 1997

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Place a drain pan under the power steering fluid reservoir.
3. Siphon the power steering fluid from the reservoir to prevent excessive spillage.
4. Remove the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement



5. Remove the gear inlet hose connection from the power steering pump.
6. Remove the fluid reservoir inlet hose clamp.
7. Remove the fluid reservoir inlet hose from the power steering pump.
8. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.



9. Remove the AIR injection crossover pipe support bracket bolts.
10. Remove the AIR injection crossover pipe support bracket.
11. Remove the power steering pump bolts.
12. Remove the power steering pump.

1. Install the power steering pump.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the power steering pump bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the power steering pump bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).




3. Install the AIR injection crossover pipe support bracket.
4. Install the AIR injection crossover pipe support bracket bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the AIR injection crossover pipe support bracket bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

5. Lower the vehicle.



6. Install the gear inlet hose connection to the power steering pump.

Tighten
Tighten the gear inlet hose connection to the power steering pump to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).

7. Install the fluid reservoir hose.
8. Install the fluid reservoir hose clamp to the power steering pump.

Tighten
Tighten the fluid reservoir hose clamp to the power steering pump until snug.

9. Install the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement
10. Refill the power steering fluid reservoir.
11. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
12. Reprogram applicable accessories.
13. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding