Escalade AWD V8-6.2L (2009)
1. Install the power steering fluid cooler (1) to the vehicle.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Caution).
2. Install the power steering fluid cooler bolts (2).
Tighten the bolts to 9 Nm (80 lb in).
3. Connect the power steering fluid cooler hose (4) to the power steering pump (1).
4. Connect the power steering fluid cooler hose (3) to the steering gear (2).
5. Clean any excess fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
6. Install the radiator grille reinforcement support, if equipped. Refer to Radiator Grille Reinforcement Support Replacement (See: Body and
Frame/Radiator Support/Service and Repair/Radiator Grille Reinforcement Support Replacement).
7. Install the fascia grille. Refer to Fascia Grille Replacement (Escalade) (See: Body and Frame/Grille/Service and Repair)Fascia Grille
Replacement (Z71) (See: Body and Frame/Grille/Service and Repair)Fascia Grille Replacement (GMC Denali XL) (See: Body and
Frame/Grille/Service and Repair)Fascia Grille Replacement (Suburban, Tahoe) (See: Body and Frame/Bumper/Front Bumper/Front Bumper
Cover / Fascia/Service and Repair/Fascia Grille Replacement)Fascia Grille Replacement (Yukon) (See: Body and Frame/Grille/Service and
Repair)Fascia Grille Replacement (GMC Yukon Hybrid 2 Mode) (See: Body and Frame/Grille/Service and Repair).
8. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding (See: Power Steering Bleeding/Service and Repair).
