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:
Interior Care
To prevent dirt particle abrasions, regularly clean the vehicle's interior.
Immediately remove any soils. Note that newspapers or dark garments that can
transfer color to home furnishings can also permanently transfer color to the vehicle's
interior.
Use a soft bristle brush to remove ...
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants,
they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.
A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should
be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout ...
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
Driving with a Trailer
When towing a trailer:
• Become familiar with the state and local laws that apply specifically to trailer
towing.
• Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent damage to the
engine, axle or other parts.
• Then, during the first 800 km (500 mi) tra ...
