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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 3.1L 🢒 Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 648319 Size: SH
  1. Remove the drive belt from the vehicle. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.1L..
  2. Remove the power steering hose retainer nut (1) from the retainer (2).

    3. Object Number: 441201 Size: SH
  3. Remove the pressure hose (4) from the power steering pump (1).
  4. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  5. Remove the pressure hose (4) from the retainer (6).
  6. Remove the pressure hose (4) from the power steering gear (5).
  7. Remove the pressure hose (4) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the pressure hose (4) to the vehicle.

    2. Object Number: 441201 Size: SH

    Notice: 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.

    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 pressure hose (4) to the power steering gear (5).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the fitting to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).

  3. Install the pressure hose (4) to the retainer (6).
  4. Lower the vehicle.
  5. Install the pressure hose (4) to the power steering pump (1).

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the fitting to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).


    Object Number: 648319 Size: SH
  6. Install the power steering hose retainer nut (1) to the retainer (2).

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the retainer nut to 5 N·m (45 lb in).

  7. Ensure that the power steering hose has sufficient clearance from the exhaust manifold.
  8. Install the drive belt to the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.1L.
  9. Bleed the air from the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .