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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012CORVETTE V8-6.2L SCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEHOSESPOWER STEERING LINE/HOSESERVICE AND REPAIRPOWER STEERING COOLER PIPE/HOSE REPLACEMENT
2012 Chevrolet Corvette V8-6.2L SC
Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement
2012 Chevrolet Corvette V8-6.2L SCSECTION Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement
Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement (LS9)
Removal Procedure
1. Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
2. Remove as much power steering fluid from the remote power steering fluid reservoir as possible.
3. Disconnect the power steering cooler hose (2) from the remote power steering fluid reservoir.
4. Disconnect the power steering cooler hose (1) from the steering gear.
5. Remove the power steering cooler hose bracket bolt (1).
6. Remove the power steering cooler hose bolts (1) and the power steering cooler (2).
7. Maneuver the power steering cooler hose as needed and remove it from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Maneuver the power steering cooler hose as needed and position it to the vehicle.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
2. Install the power steering cooler (2) and the power steering cooler hose bolts (1) and tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb in).
3. Install the power steering cooler hose bracket bolt (1) and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
4. Connect the power steering cooler hose (1) to the steering gear and tighten to 34 Nm (25 lb ft).
5. Connect the power steering cooler hose (2) to the remote power steering fluid reservoir.
6. Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
7. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding Service and Repair.
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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.