Vortech 1998-2001 5.7L LS1 F-Body User Manual

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P/N: 4GK020-010
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09JUN03 v3.2

(FBodyLS1(4GK V3.2)98-02)

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H. Install the assembly on the supercharger

mounting bracket. Install two 5/16 socket head
cap screws through the supercharger support into
the mounting bracket.

I.

To ensure that the power steering supply fitting

remains seated, pry the small fitting retaining
bracket downward and tighten the 1/4” screws.

J. Attach the supplied 1/2” hose to the pump fitting

and secure with a hose clamp. Hose will be routed
between the supercharger support and the
mounting bracket and then behind the ABS unit
(if so equipped) to the reservoir.

K. Install the supplied O-ring onto the factory power

steering reservoir. Push the supplied fitting until
a positive stop is felt. Attach the reservoir to the
supplied bracket with the retainer and 10-24
through bolt (see

Fig. 7-b).

L. With the reservoir attached to the bracket, attach

the factory fluid return to the reservoir. Attach 1/2"
hose from top of power steering pump to the fitting
installed on the reservoir.

M. Position the assembly next to the driver’s side of

the radiator. Secure with the factory ground strap
bolt located on the radiator core support (see

Fig.

7-c).

N. Attach and tighten the pressure line to the steering

rack.

O. Re-install the power steering pulley (if previously

removed).

P. Bleed system as follows (

with the engine off):

1. Raise the front wheels off the ground.
2. Turn the steering wheel full left.
3. Fill the reservoir to “full cold” level. Maintain

level throughout procedure.

4. Turn the steering wheel lock to lock at least

20 times or until the bubbles stop.

8. FUEL INJECTOR REPLACEMENT

A. Relieve the fuel system pressure.
B. Disconnect the eight fuel injector wiring clips and retainers from the injectors.

C. Remove the four 10mm bolts holding down the fuel rail on the intake manifold. Lift

up on the rails evenly, removing all eight injectors.

D. Using a small amount of clean motor oil, lightly lubricate the O-rings on both ends

on the Vortech supplied fuel injectors.

E. Install the new injectors into the fuel rails with the terminals facing outward.

7.

POWER STEERING INSTALLATION, cont'd.

NOTE:

Complete removal of the fuel rail will aid in injector replacement. Separate the fuel

rail supply line from the rail using springlock disconnect tool.

NOTE:

If the vehicle is not equipped with a

power steering cooler, use the
supplied hose mender, 3/8" hose
and hose clamps to extend return
line to reservoir.

Fig. 7-b

Fig. 7-c

NOTE:

Do not reinstall factory injector retaining clips.

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