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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1998 🢒 Savana 🢒 Steering 🢒 Variable Effort Steering 🢒 Power Steering Solenoid Actuator and Discharge Fitting Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the power steering pump from the vehicle. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement in Power Steering System.
  2. Remove the power steering (PS) solenoid actuator discharge fitting, and the flow control valve. Refer to Power Steering Fluid Flow Control Valve Actuator Replacement - On Vehicle in Power Steering System.

Installation Procedure

    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.

  1. Install the flow control valve, the discharge fitting, and the electronic variable orifice solenoid to the pump.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the PS solenoid actuator to 62 N·m (46 lb ft).

  2. Install the power steering pump to the vehicle. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement in Power Steering System.