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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 1998 🢒 Skylark 🢒 Steering 🢒 Power Steering System 🢒 Power Steering Gear Pipe/Hose Replacement - Outlet

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 509563 Size: MH
  1. Slide the spring hose clamp (9) from the inlet reservoir tube.
  2. Disconnect the gear outlet pipe/hose (2) from the pump reservoir (8).
  3. Remove the line retainer (1), if applicable.
  4. Disconnect the gear outlet pipe/hose (5) from the cooler pipe assembly (4), if equipped.
  5. Remove the steering gear clamp nuts and slide the rack forward.
  6. Disconnect the gear outlet pipe/hose (5) from the steering gear.
  7. Slide the outlet hose through the clip in order to remove the hose.
  8. Remove the gear outlet pipe/hose (2) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 509563 Size: MH
  1. Install the gear outlet pipe/hose (2) in position on the vehicle.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the steering gear clamp nuts after repositioning the rack.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the steering gear clamp nuts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

  3. Connect the gear outlet pipe/hose (5) to the steering gear.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the gear outlet pipe to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).

  4. Install the line retainer (1), if applicable.
  5. Connect the gear outlet pipe/hose (2) to the pump reservoir (8).
  6. Attach the spring hose clamp (9).
  7. Connect the gear outlet pipe/hose (5) to the cooler pipe assembly (4), if equipped.
  8. Bleed the air from the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
  9. Inspect the power steering system for leaks.