Riviera V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (1995)
5.
Check for good engine idle and correct engine RPM.
6.
Check to see that the rear transaxle mount does not have a plastic assembly aid installed which is used for assembly purposes. If the assembly aid
is installed, remove the assembly aid and install the rear transaxle mount.
7.
With the vehicle on dry pavement, maneuver the vehicle in parking positions. If the steering vibrates/shudders or moans in this test, replace the
power steering pressure hose and/or the harmonic balancer.
Important:
A defective harmonic balancer on the 1995 Buick Riviera can influence steering vibrations after power steering hose installation.
Important:
When installing the pressure hose on the 1995 Buick Riviera, pull down on the pressure hose at the rear of the engine or bend the hose to allow
clearance between the hose and the front of the dash.
Power Steering Pressure (Inlet) Hose Replacement Procedure
For 1995-1998 Vehicles:
1.
Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
Refer to Vehicle Lifting and Jacking in the General Information section of the Service Manual.
2.
Drain the power steering fluid.
Refer to Draining the Power Steering System in the Power Steering section of the Service Manual.
3.
Remove the power steering gear assembly heat shield (1)
4.
Disconnect the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump assembly (4).
5.
Remove the bolt/screws from the retaining clips (3).
6.
Disconnect the power steering pressure hose from the power steering gear assembly (2).
7.
Remove the power steering pressure hose assembly from the vehicle.
8.
Install the power steering pressure hose assembly to the vehicle.
9.
Connect the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump assembly (4).
10.
Connect the power steering pressure hose to the power steering gear assembly (2).
