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Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual - part 2730
Fig. 75: View Of Power Steering Gear Outlet Pipe/Hose & Components
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
2. Disconnect the power steering fluid cooler hose clamp and hose (3) from the steering gear
(2).
3. Remove the power steering gear outlet pipe (1) from the steering gear (2).
NOTE:
Refer to Power Steering Hose Disconnected Notice .
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 STEERING Power Steering - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
Installation Procedure
Fig. 76: View Of Power Steering Gear Outlet Pipe/Hose & Components
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1. Install the power steering gear outlet pipe (1) to the steering gear (2).
2. Connect the power steering fluid cooler hose (3) and hose clamp to the steering gear (2).
3. Clean any excess fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
4. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 STEERING Power Steering - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
.
POWER STEERING GEAR OUTLET PIPE/HOSE REPLACEMENT (GAS WITHOUT
HYDROBOOST)
Fig. 77: View Of Power Steering Gear Outlet Pipe/Hose & Components (Without
Hydroboost)
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Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure:
Remove the engine shield. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .
1
Power Steering Gear Outlet Hose Clamp
Procedure:
Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
2
Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Retaining Plate Bolt
Tighten: 12 N.m (106 lb in)
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice .
3
Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Retaining Plate
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 STEERING Power Steering - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
POWER STEERING GEAR OUTLET PIPE/HOSE REPLACEMENT (DIESEL)
Removal Procedure
1. Remove as much power steering fluid from the power steering fluid reservoir as possible.
2. Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
4
Power Steering Gear Outlet Hose
Procedure
1. Disconnect the power steering gear outlet hose from the power steering
fluid cooler.
2. Pull the power steering gear outlet hose out of the steering gear.
3. Keep all open connections in the power steering system clean and free of
debris.
4. Use the remover/installer J 44586 to replace the steering gear seals if
necessary. See Special Tools.
5. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering
System Bleeding.
Special Tools:
J 44586 Power Steering Gear Oil Seal Remover/Installer. See Special Tools.
NOTE:
Refer to Power Steering Hose Disconnected Notice .
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 STEERING Power Steering - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
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