Service Procedure

INSPECTION





Locate engine oil cooler inlet hose and inspect to assure that hose shows no evidence of contact with steering gear and that hose has at least 25 mm (1 inch) clearance from steering gear (see Figure 1)

A. If hose has at least 25 mm (1-inch) clearance and shows no evidence of contact, no repair is required. Install Campaign Identification Label and return vehicle to owner or dealer stock.

B. If hose has less than 25 mm (1-inch) clearance and/or shows evidence of contact (witness marks), rotate and inspect hose for signs of wear.

^ If there is evidence of wear on hose (slight wear on conduit is acceptable),, replace hose assembly following procedures in 1994 Chevrolet Caprice Service Manual.

^ If there is no evidence of wear on hose, reroute hose as described in "Rerouting Procedure" below.

REROUTING PROCEDURE

1. Loosen upper engine oil cooler inlet hose to oil cooler fitting but do not disconnect.

2. Rotate hose a half (1/2) turn so that it is approximately 25 mm (1 inch) away from power steering gear bolt (see Figure 1)

3. Tighten fitting with hose in position using caution that hose does not rotate back to original position while tightening.

4. Assure orientation of conduit. Open side of hose conduit should be facing away from steering gear.

5. Run vehicle and check for leaks. Check and fill oil level as required.

6. Install Campaign Identification Label.