Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement. Chevrolet Joy 2008

For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the pressure line pipe fitting from the outlet connection on the power steering pump (1).
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
3. Loosen the clamp nut of the pressure line pipe (1).
4. Loosen the clamp nut of the pressure line pipe (2).
5. Loosen the coupling nut which is connected with the pressure line pipe (1).
6. Loosen the clamp nut of the pressure line pipe (1).
7. Disconnect the return line pipe fitting from the power steering gear (2).
8. Disconnect the pressure line pipe from the power steering gear (1).
9. Remove the power steering pump pressure line.
10. Plug the openings in the power steering pump and the steering gear to prevent fluid loss and contamination.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the power steering pump pressure line and the supply line.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Connect the pressure line inlet pipe to the steering gear with the fitting (1).

Tighten
Tighten the steering gear inlet pipe fitting to 21-35 N·m (16-26 lb ft).

3. Connect the return line pipe to the steering gear (2).

Tighten
Tighten the return line pipe fitting to 21-35 N·m (16-26 lb ft).

4. Connect the pressure lines with couplings (2).

Tighten
Tighten the coupling which is connected with the pressure line pipe to 36-50 N·m (27-37 lb ft).

5. Connect the pressure line clamp nut, gear-side (1).

Tighten
Tighten the clamp nut (gear-side) to 7-9 N·m (62-80 lb in).

6. Connect the pressure line clamp nut, pump-side (1).

Tighten
Tighten the clamp nut (pump-side) to 7-9 N·m (62-80 lb ft).

7. Connect the pressure line pipe to the outlet connection (1) on the power steering pump.

Tighten
Tighten the power steering pump outlet pipe fitting to 21-35 N·m (16-26 lb ft).

8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Fill the fluid reservoir with power steering fluid.
10. Inspect for leaks. If there are leaks, correct the cause of the leaks and bleed system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .