G 1500 1/2 Ton Van V6-4.3L VIN W (1997)
NOTE: This vehicle may be equipped with a Variable Assist Steering hydraulic control system. If the power steering pump has Variable Assist
Steering, service as follows.
Remove or Disconnect
1. Negative (-) battery cable.
2. Electrical connector from Variable Assist Steering actuator (22).
3. Pump assembly from vehicle, if necessary for access.
4. Retaining clip (23) from Variable Assist Steering actuator (22).
5. Variable Assist Steering actuator (22) and discharge fitting (17).
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Discharge fitting from Variable Assist Steering actuator.
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O-Ring seals (18, 20 and 21) from Variable Assist Steering actuator (22).
Install or Connect
1. O-Ring seals (18, 20 and 21) on Variable Assist Steering actuator (22).
2. Discharge fitting (17) to Variable Assist Steering actuator (22).
3. Variable Assist Steering actuator and discharge fitting (17) to pump assembly.
4. Position discharge fitting (17).
5. Negative (-) battery cable.
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Tighten variable Assist Steering actuator (22) to 62 Nm (46 ft. lbs.).
6. Electrical connector to Variable Assist Steering actuator (22).
7. Retaining clip (23) to Variable Assist Steering actuator (22).
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If a new Variable Assist Steering actuator (22) is being installed, position electrical connector before installing retaining clip (23).
8. Pump assembly to vehicle, if removed.
Pump Reservoir Replacement
