2002 Buick LeSabre | Custom, Limited | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
FAQ for Power Steering Hose Repair
Q: What should be done when you install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump?
A:
You should tighten the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022
Q: How to remove the power steering return hose?
A:
You will need to raise and support the vehicle, remove the power steering gear heatshield, install a drain pan under the vehicle, remove the power steering return hose from the power steering gear, disconnect the power steering return hose from the power steering pump, remove the power steering return hose retainers on the frame and remove the power steering return hose.
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022
Q: What's the recommended torque for the power steering return hose?
A:
You can tighten the power steering return hose to the power steering gear to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022
Q: What's the proper way to remove the power steering pressure hose?
A:
The proper way is to raise and support the vehicle, remove the steering gear heatshield, install a drain pan under the vehicle, remove the power steering hose retainer from the engine frame at gear, remove the power steering pressure hose from the power steering gear, remove the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump and remove the power steering pressure hose.
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022
FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: What's the proper way to install the intermediate park brake cable?
A:
The proper way is to connect the intermediate park brake cable to the equalizer, connect the right rear Parking Brake Cable to the intermediate park brake cable, insert the intermediate park brake cable into the cable retaining bracket and lock the intermediate park brake cable into place, connect the front of the intermediate park brake cable to the park brake cable connector, install the front park brake cable to the cable guides, lower the vehicle, cycle the park brake pedal 1 to 2 times to ensure that the park brake cable retainers are seated.
Q: What should be done before removing the vacuum booster attaching nuts from the brake pedal assembly?
A:
You will need to remove the vacuum Brake Booster pushrod from the brake pedal.
Q: Can I use used copper brake hose gaskets?
A:
No, you cannot. You must use new copper Brake Hose gaskets.