Express 1500 RWD V8-5.3L (2008)
Notice: Refer toPower Steering Hose Disconnected Notice .
1. Install drain pan under the vehicle.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
3. Disconnect the power steering cooler hose from the power steering pump.
4. Disconnect the power steering cooler hose from the power steering gear.
5. Cap the power steering pipes and cooler ends in order to prevent the entry of dirt.
6. Remove the power steering cooler mounting nuts.
7. Remove the power steering cooler from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the power steering cooler to the vehicle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .
2. Install the power steering cooler mounting nuts.
Tighten the nuts to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).
3. Connect the power steering cooler hose to the power steering gear.
Tighten the hose fitting to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).
4. Connect the power steering cooler hose to the power steering pump.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding (See: Steering and Suspension/Steering/Power Steering/Power
Steering Bleeding/Service and Repair) .
7. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Inlet Hose Replacement
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Inlet Hose Replacement
Removal Procedure
