Chevrolet Captiva Service & Repair Manual: Power Steering Line R&R
Steering Gear Outlet & Fluid Reservoir Inlet
Removal
| 1. |
Remove as much power steering fluid
from power steering fluid reservoir as possible. |
| 2. |
Remove front bumper fascia. |
| 3. |
Loosen power steering fluid cooler
hose clamp (1) and disconnect power steering fluid cooler hose (2)
from power steering gear outlet and fluid reservoir inlet hose,
Fig. 1. |
| 4. |
Remove power steering gear outlet and
fluid reservoir inlet hose retainer nut (1), Fig. 2. |
| 5. |
Remove power steering gear outlet and
fluid reservoir inlet hose retainer nuts (1), Fig. 3. |
| 6. |
Remove power steering gear outlet and
fluid reservoir inlet hose fitting (1) and seal (2) from steering
gear. Discard seal, Fig. 4. |
| 7. |
Remove power steering gear outlet and
fluid reservoir inlet hose (3) from vehicle, Fig. 4. |
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Installation
| Do not tighten any fasteners to
specification until power steering gear outlet and fluid reservoir inlet
hose is positioned and all fasteners are started. |
| 1. |
Position power steering gear outlet
and fluid reservoir inlet hose on vehicle. |
| 2. |
Install NEW power steering gear outlet
and fluid reservoir inlet hose seal and fitting in steering gear. |
| 3. |
Torque power steering gear outlet
and fluid reservoir inlet hose fitting to 25 ft. lbs. |
| 4. |
Install power steering gear outlet
and fluid reservoir inlet hose retainer nuts and torque to
80 inch lbs. |
| 5. |
Install power steering gear outlet
and fluid reservoir inlet hose retainer nut and torque to
80 inch lbs. |
| 6. |
Connect power steering fluid cooler
hose to power steering gear outlet and fluid reservoir inlet hose
and release power steering fluid cooler hose clamp. |
| 7. |
Install front bumper fascia. |
| 8. |
Fill and bleed power steering system. |
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Steering Gear Inlet Pipe & Hose
Removal
| 1. |
Remove as much power steering fluid
from power steering fluid reservoir as possible. |
| 2. |
Remove air cleaner assembly. |
| 3. |
Remove power steering gear inlet hose
fitting (1) and seal (2) from power steering pump. Discard
seal, Fig. 5. |
| 4. |
Remove power steering gear inlet hose
retainer bolt (1), Fig. 6. |
| 5. |
Raise and support vehicle. |
| 6. |
Remove power steering gear inlet hose
retainer bolt (1), Fig. 7. |
| 7. |
Remove power steering gear inlet hose
fitting (1) and seal (2) from steering gear. Discard seal,
Fig. 8. |
| 8. |
Remove power steering gear inlet hose (3) from
vehicle, Fig. 8. |
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Installation
| Do not tighten any fasteners to
specification until power steering gear inlet hose is positioned and all
fasteners are started. |
| 1. |
Position power steering gear inlet
hose on vehicle. |
| 2. |
Install NEW power steering gear inlet
hose seal and fitting in steering gear. |
| 3. |
Torque power steering gear inlet
hose fitting to 25 ft. lbs. |
| 4. |
Install power steering gear inlet hose
retainer bolt and torque to 80 inch lbs. |
| 5. |
Install power steering gear inlet hose
retainer bolt and torque to 80 inch lbs. |
| 6. |
Install NEW power steering gear inlet
hose seal and fitting in power steering pump. |
| 7. |
Torque power steering gear inlet
hose fitting to 25 ft. lbs. |
| 8. |
Install air cleaner assembly. |
| 9. |
Fill and bleed power steering system. |
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2014 Chevrolet Captiva's Service First Generation & Repair Manual provides detailed instructions for removing and replacing (R&R) the power steering line, a crucial component of the vehicle's steering system. Proper maintenance of the power steering line ensures smooth and responsive steering performance.
To begin the replacement process, ensure the vehicle is parked on a level surface and the engine is turned off. Safely raise the vehicle using a jack and secure it with jack stands. Locate the power steering line, which runs from the power steering pump to the steering rack.
Start by placing a drain pan beneath the steering system to catch any leaking fluid. Carefully disconnect the power steering line fittings from both the pump and the steering rack. Use appropriate wrenches to avoid damaging the fittings.
Once the old power steering line is removed, compare it with the new line to ensure correct length and fitting sizes. Install the new power steering line by connecting it to the pump and steering rack, tightening the fittings securely.
After installation, refill the power steering reservoir with the recommended type of power steering fluid. Bleed the steering system by turning the steering wheel fully left and right several times with the engine running to remove any air bubbles.
Finally, check for any leaks and ensure the steering operates smoothly. Properly disposing of the old fluid and power steering line is important for environmental safety. Following these steps ensures a successful power steering line replacement in the Chevrolet Captiva 2014, maintaining optimal steering function.
Access power steering pump bolts
through holes in power steering pump pulley. Pulley is illustrated off pump
for clarity only, it is not required to remove pulley in vehicle.
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Power Steering Pump R&R