K 1500 Truck 4WD V8-4.8L VIN V (1999)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
P/S Gear (Non-Rack and Pinion)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Remove the shield.
3. Place a drain pan below the steering gear.
4. Remove the hoses from the steering gear.
4.1.
Raise the hose up in order to prevent oil drainage.
4.2.
Cap or tape the ends of the hose and the gear fittings in order to prevent the entrance of dirt.
5. Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering gear.
6. Disconnect the pitman arm from the relay rod.
7. Remove the steering gear frame bolts and the steering gear.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Place the steering gear in position.
2. Install the steering gear to the frame bolts.
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
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Tighten the bolts to 150 Nm (110 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the pitman arm.
4. Install the intermediate shaft.
5. Remove the plugs and the caps from the steering gear and the hoses.
6. Connect the hoses to the steering gear.
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Tighten the hose connection to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the shield.
8. Bleed the system.
