Lumina V6-3.1L VIN J (2000)
10. Remove the power steering pressure line from the power steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Pressure Hose Replacement
11. Remove the power steering return line from the power steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Return Hose Replacement
12. Remove the power steering gear mounting bolts and nuts (1),(4).
13. Remove the power steering gear through the left wheel opening.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the power steering gear through the left wheel opening.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the power steering gear mounting bolts and nuts (1),(4).
Tighten
Tighten the power steering gear mounting bolts to 80 Nm (59 ft. lbs.).
3. Inspect the threads on the power steering pressure line and the power steering return hose fittings.
4. Inspect the O-ring seals on the power steering lines.
5. Replace the seals if damaged, lubricate the seals before installation.
6. Install the clamp that holds the power steering lines to the power steering gear
7. Install the power steering pressure line to the power steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Pressure Hose Replacement.
8. Install the power steering return line to the power steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Return Hose Replacement
