K 1500 Suburban 4WD V8-5.3L VIN Z Flex Fuel (2003)
Power Steering Line/Hose: Service and Repair
Power Steering Gear Outlet Hose Replacement
POWER STEERING GEAR OUTLET HOSE REPLACEMENT (RECIRCULATING BALL)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Install a drain pan under the vehicle.
NOTE: Refer to Power Steering Hose Disconnected Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Remove the power steering gear outlet hose (3) from the steering gear (2).
3. Remove the clamp retaining the power steering gear outlet hose (3) to the power steering pump (1).
Remove the power steering gear outlet hose from the power steering pump.
4. Remove the power steering gear outlet hose from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Route the hose in the same position the hose occupied prior to removal.
NOTE: Refer to Installing Hoses Without Twists or Bends Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the power steering gear outlet hose (3) to the power steering pump (1).
Position the clamp at the end of the hose.
3. Install the power steering gear outlet hose to the power steering gear.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
