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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC1999SEVILLE SLS V8-4.6L VIN YREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSPOWER STEERING PRESSURE SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIR
1999 Cadillac Seville SLS V8-4.6L VIN Y
Power Steering Pressure Switch: Service and Repair
1999 Cadillac Seville SLS V8-4.6L VIN YSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Drain power steering fluid from reservoir.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the pressure switch.
4. Remove the power steering pressure switch.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Install the power steering pressure switch.
^ Tighten the pressure switch to 10 Nm (8 ft. lbs.)
2. Connect the power steering pressure switch electrical connection.
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Fill the power steering reservoir. Refer to Refilling the Power Steering System in Steering/Service and Repair.
5. Check for power steering fluid leaks.
1. Drain power steering fluid from reservoir.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the pressure switch.
4. Remove the power steering pressure switch.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Install the power steering pressure switch.
^ Tighten the pressure switch to 10 Nm (8 ft. lbs.)
2. Connect the power steering pressure switch electrical connection.
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Fill the power steering reservoir. Refer to Refilling the Power Steering System in Steering/Service and Repair.
5. Check for power steering fluid leaks.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.