NHTSA ID Number: 10114335
Manufacturer Communication Number: PIT5165C
Summary
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the step to replace the power steering cooler. Technician will need to block off the hoses near the cooler connection with appropriate clamps. After the hoses are clamped disconnect the cooler from the lines and remove the cooler. Before installing the new cooler prefill the new cooler on the bench and cap off the pre-filled cooler ends for installation. When the new cooler is installed remove the clamps on the hoses and follow the service information for Power Steering System Bleed Procedure.
When replacing a power steering cooler, perform the following steps to minimize the potential of introducing air into the system:
1. Block off the hoses near the cooler connection with appropriate clamps.
2. Disconnect the cooler from the lines and remove the cooler.
3. Prefill the new cooler on the bench and cap off the pre-filled cooler ends for installation
4. Install the new pre-filled cooler on the vehicle and remove the clamps on the hoses
5. Follow the Power Steering System Bleed Procedure in service information.
28 Affected Products
Vehicles
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
BUICK | ENCLAVE | 2008-2015 |
| CHEVROLET | TRAVERSE | 2009-2015 |
| GMC | ACADIA | 2007-2015 |
| SATURN | OUTLOOK | 2007-2010 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
Bulletin No.: PIT5165C
Date: Jan-2015
NHTSA ID Number: 10095348
Manufacturer Communication Number: PIT5165C
Summary
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEP TO REPLACE THE POWER STEERING COOLER. TECHNICIAN WILL NEED TO BLOCK OFF THE HOSES NEAR THE COOLER CONNECTION WITH APPROPRIATE CLAMPS. AFTER THE HOSES ARE CLAMPED DISCONNECT THE COOLER FROM THE LINES AND REMOVE THE COOLER. BEFORE INSTALLING THE NEW COOLER PREFILL THE NEW COOLER ON THE BENCH AND CAP OFF THE PRE-FILLED COOLER ENDS FOR INSTALLATION. WHEN THE NEW COOLER IS INSTALLED REMOVE THE CLAMPS ON THE HOSES AND FOLLOW THE SERVICE INFORMATION FOR POWER STEERING SYSTEM BLEED PROCEDURE.
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
Bulletin No.: PIT5165C
Date: Jan-2015
NHTSA ID Number: 10114774
Manufacturer Communication Number: PIT5165B
Summary
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the step to replace the power steering cooler. Technician will need to block off the hoses near the cooler connection with appropriate clamps. After the hoses are clamped disconnect the cooler from the lines and remove the cooler. Before installing the new cooler prefill the new cooler on the bench and cap off the pre-filled cooler ends for installation. When the new cooler is installed remove the clamps on the hoses and follow the service information for Power Steering System Bleed Procedure.
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
Bulletin No.: PIT5165B
Date: Dec-2014
NHTSA ID Number: 10070579
Manufacturer Communication Number: PIT5165B
Summary
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
1 Associated Document
Service Bulletin Document
Bulletin No.: PIT5165B
Date: December, 2014
SB-10070579-0335.pdf 219.923KB
NHTSA ID Number: 10112679
Manufacturer Communication Number: PIT5165A
Summary
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the step to replace the power steering cooler. Technician will need to block off the hoses near the cooler connection with appropriate clamps. After the hoses are clamped disconnect the cooler from the lines and remove the cooler. Before installing the new cooler prefill the new cooler on the bench and cap off the pre-filled cooler ends for installation. When the new cooler is installed remove the clamps on the hoses and follow the service information for Power Steering System Bleed Procedure.
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
Bulletin No.: PIT5165A
Date: Dec-2012
- Auto & Truck Maintenance
- Country of manufacture: United States
- Manufacturer: VALVOLINE
- High quality power steering fluid and conditioner
- Stops Noise
- Stops slipping
- Helps prevent unusual wear
- Protects seals
- The service solution for ALL European, North American, and Asian vehicles (Honda fluid recommended for Honda/Acura vehicles)
- Reduces friction and protects seals and hoses - extending the life of the power steering system
- Provides excellent cold and high temperature performance eliminating "morning sickness" stiffness
- Excellent for use in electric hydraulic systems
- Cleans and frees sticky turbines and pumps
- 50,000 mile fluid life
- Anti-wear protection increases system life; protects against pump failure, squeals and clogs; corrosion protection for metals, rubber & gasket components
- For use in all manufacturers
- Conventional formula; for use in all manufacturers
- Size: 32 oz.
- Engineered Stop Leak Protection: Specially formulated to condition and rejuvenate worn seals, helping stop existing leaks and preventing future fluid loss for smoother steering performance
- Long-term system durability: Provides advanced protection against wear and tear in the power steering system, ensuring reliable operation and extending component life under demanding conditions
- Anti-foaming and oxidation control: Reduces fluid breakdown, prevents harmful foam formation, and resists oxidation, keeping the steering system clean and responsive over time
- Seal Conditioning Benefits: Rejuvenates aged seals, restores flexibility, and helps reduce cracking or wear that commonly leads to power steering leaks.
- Recommended Applications: Suitable for ABS, disc, and drum braking systems meeting GM 1050017, Chrysler Spec 5931, and Ford Spec M2C195-A requirements
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Bulletin No.: PIT5165C Date: Jan-2015 Subject: Diagnostic Tip – Replacing Power Steering Cooler Models: 2008 – 2015 Buick Enclave 2009 – 2015 Chevrolet Traverse 2007 – 2015 GMC Acadia 2007 – 2010 Saturn Outlook This PI was superseded to update Warranty Information. Please discard PIT5165B. The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI. When replacing a power steering cooler, perform the following steps to minimize the potential of introducing air into the system: 1. Block off the hoses near the cooler connection with appropriate clamps. 2. Disconnect the cooler from the lines and remove the cooler. 3. Prefill the new cooler on the bench and cap off the pre-filled cooler ends for installation 4. Install the new pre-filled cooler on the vehicle and remove the clamps on the hoses 5. Follow the Power Steering System Bleed Procedure in service information. Warranty Information For vehicles repaired under warranty use: Labor Operation Description Labor Time 7421210 Power Steering Fluid Cooler Replacement Use Published Labor Operation Time Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed.
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