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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2008 🢒 Optra - Mexico 🢒 Steering 🢒 Power Steering System 🢒 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1290069 Size: SH
  1. Siphon the power steering fluid from the fluid reservoir.
  2. Loosen the hose clamps and remove both hoses from the fluid reservoir.
  3. Remove the fluid reservoir nuts.
  4. Remove the reservoir.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1290077 Size: SH
  1. Attach the fluid reservoir to the fluid reservoir bracket.

    2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  2. Install the fluid reservoir with the nuts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the fluid reservoir nuts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  3. Connect both hoses to the fluid reservoir and secure the hose clamps.

    4. Notice: Refer to Using Proper Power Steering Fluid Notice in the Preface section.

  4. Fill the fluid reservoir with power steering fluid.
  5. Inspect for leaks. If there are leaks, correct the cause of the leaks and bleed the system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .