LSS V6-3.8L VIN K (1997)
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Loosen cylinder line fittings (25) or (26) on cylinder end of gear assembly (30).
2. Loosen fittings on cylinder line assemblies (25) or (26) at valve end of gear assembly (30).
3. Cylinder line assemblies (25) or (26) from rack and pinion gear assembly (30).
4. O-ring seals (23) from valve end of lines (25) or (26) and discard.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
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Inspect lines for:
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Cracks.
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Dents.
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Damage to threads.
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Replace as needed.
1. New O-ring seals (23) to valve end of lines (25) or (26).
2. Cylinder line assemblies (25) or (26) to gear assembly (30).
CAUTION: Carefully align threads on all fittings and finger tighten to avoid stripping and cross-threading.
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Tighten:
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Valve end fittings to 16.9 Nm (12.6 ft. lbs.).
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Cylinder end fittings to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: Flush and bleed power steering system (hoses, reservoir and cooler lines) with power steering fluid - GM Part # 1050017 (or
equivalent meeting GM Specification #9985010).
Outer Tie Rod
