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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012CORVETTE V8-6.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEHOSESPOWER STEERING LINE/HOSESERVICE AND REPAIRPOWER STEERING PRESSURE PIPE/HOSE REPLACEMENT
2012 Chevrolet Corvette V8-6.2L
Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement
2012 Chevrolet Corvette V8-6.2LSECTION Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement
Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement (LS3, LS7)
Removal Procedure
1. Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
2. Remove the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement (LS3, LS7) Power Steering Pump Pulley ReplacementPower Steering Pump Pulley Replacement (LS9) Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement.
3. Disconnect the power steering pressure hose (2) from the power steering pump (1).
4. Disconnect the power steering pressure hose (2) from the steering gear.
5. Remove the power steering pressure hose (2) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the power steering pressure hose (2) to the vehicle.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
2. Connect the power steering pressure hose (2) to the power steering gear and tighten the fitting to 34 Nm (25 lb ft).
3. Connect the power steering pressure hose (2) to the power steering pump (1) and tighten the fitting to 34 Nm (25 lb ft).
4. Install the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement (LS3, LS7) Power Steering Pump Pulley ReplacementPower Steering Pump Pulley Replacement (LS9) Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement.
5. Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
6. 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.