Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
- Remove as much power steering fluid from the remote power steering fluid reservoir as possible.
- Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
- Hose Clamp
Procedure
- Compress the power steering fluid reservoir outlet and inlet hose clamp from the power steering fluid reservoir.
- Remove outlet and inlet hose from power steering fluid reservoir.
- Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Screw
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 9 N·m (80 lb in)
- Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
Procedure
Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding.
Tip
Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle.
Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement.
Power Steering Pump Pulley
Procedure
- Use CH 25034-D Pulley Remover to remove the power steering pump pulley.
- Use CH 25033-C Pulley Installer to install the power steering pump pulley.
Special Tools
- CH 25034-D Pulley Remover
- CH 25033-C Pulley Installer
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Power Steering Pump Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
- Remove the power steering pump belt. Refer to Power Steering Pump Belt Replacement
- Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
- Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Hollow Screw
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 21 N·m (16 lb in)
- Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose
- Power Steering Reservoir Outlet Hose
- Power Steering Pump Bolt (Qty: 2)
Tighten 22 N·m (17 lb ft)
- Power Steering Pump
Procedure
Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding.
Tip
Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle.
Power Steering Pump Bracket Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement.
- Power Steering Pump Bracket Screw
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 22 N·m (16 lb ft)
- Power Steering Pump Bracket
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
Caution: When adding fluid or making a complete fluid change, always
use the proper power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid
will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks.
Clean ...
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installation.
Steering Linkage Tie Rod Nut
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface ...
Other materials:
Rear Compartment Lid Emblem/Nameplate Replacement (Bowtie)
Rear Compartment Lid Emblem Assembly
Caution: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Caution in the
Preface section.
Procedure
The part and surface should be 21°C (70°F) prior to installation. The
vehicle should remain 21°C (70°F) for
one hour after assembly to allow adhesive to deve ...
Installation Procedure
Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the front
compartment upper side rail as noted from the original panel.
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
Position the front compartment upper side rail on the vehicle.
Verify the fit of the fr ...
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
The tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the trunk, under the load floor,
behind an access panel.
To remove the kit:
1. Open the trunk.
2. Turn the left knob counterclockwise and the right knob clockwise, 90 degrees,
at the same time. Then pull the access panel rearward and up to r ...
