Malibu L4-2.4L (2010)
2. Ensure the steering gear oil seals (1) are fully seated in the steering gear.
Caution: The inlet and outlet hoses must not be twisted during installation. Do not bend or distort the inlet or outlet hoses to make installation
easier. Failure to follow these procedures could result in component damage.
3. Install the power steering gear inlet hose to the vehicle.
4. Install the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement (See: Steering Gear/Service and Repair/Steering Gear Replacement).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Caution).
5. Install the power steering gear inlet hose (2) to the steering gear and install the power steering gear inlet hose bolt (1). Prior to tightening the
power steering gear inlet hose bolt (1), rotate the power steering gear outlet hose clockwise/downwards so it touches the power steering gear inlet
hose (2). Verify the power steering hoses are still touching after the power steering gear inlet hose bolt is tight.
Tighten the bolt to 27 Nm (20 lb ft).
6. Connect the power steering gear inlet pipe hose retainers.
