Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual — part 2719

Installation Procedure

1. Install the rear bracket to the power steering pump.

Tighten: Tighten the rear bracket retaining nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

2. Install the front bracket to the power steering pump.

Tighten: Tighten the front bracket retaining nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

3. Install the power steering pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement

(4.3L, 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L) or Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement (6.6L).

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 STEERING Power Steering - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 38: View Of Power Steering Pressure Hose & Power Steering Pump
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

4. Install the power brake booster inlet pipe (2) to the power steering pump.

Tighten: Tighten the fittings to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 STEERING Power Steering - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 39: View Of Power Steering Return Hoses, Clamps & Power Steering Pump
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

5. Install the power steering return hoses and retaining clamps (3, 5) to the power steering

pump.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 STEERING Power Steering - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 40: View Of Power Steering Pump Rear Bracket & Bolts
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

6. Reposition the power steering pump to the accessory bracket and install the bolts (1) to the

rear of the power steering pump.

Tighten: Tighten the rear bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 STEERING Power Steering - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado