09132E Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Bulletin No.: 09132E

Date: February 2014
Program Bulletin
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM

SUBJECT:
Power Steering Hose Leak
MODELS:
2006 Chevrolet Impala, Monte Carlo (V6 & V8 Engine)

2005-2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (V8 Engine)
The expiration date of this bulletin is being extended to February 28, 2015. Discard all

copies of bulletin 09132D.
THIS PROGRAM IS IN EFFECT UNTIL FEBRUARY 28, 2015.

CONDITION

Certain 2006 model Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo vehicles equipped with a V6 or V8

engine, and 2005 and 2006 model year Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles equipped with a V8 engine

may have a condition in which the power steering cooler line may leak or split. When these

vehicles are started in cold weather, the pressure on the hose is substantially higher than in

warmer weather and may exceed the strength of the power steering hose or clamps. If this

were to occur, the driver would likely notice fluid spotting under the vehicle when the vehicle is

parked and a decrease in the power steering assist. If enough fluid were lost, damage to the

power steering pump could occur.

CORRECTION

Dealers are to replace the power steering hose assembly on vehicles with a V8 engine, or

replace a length of hose and clamps on vehicles with a V6 engine.
Copyright 2014 General Motors. All Rights Reserved.
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VEHICLES INVOLVED

Involved are certain 2006 model Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo vehicles equipped with a

V6 or V8 engine, and 2005 and 2006 model year Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles equipped with a

V8 engine, and built within these VIN breakpoints:

Year

2006

2006

2005

2006
Division

Chevrolet

Chevrolet

Pontiac

Pontiac
Model

Impala

Monte Carlo

Grand Prix

Grand Prix
From

69100003

69100406

51230922

61100004
Through

69438808

69438794

51356980

61315421
Important: Dealers are to confirm vehicle eligibility prior to beginning repairs by using

Investigate Vehicle History. Not all vehicles within the above breakpoints may be

involved.

For dealers with involved vehicles, a listing with involved vehicles containing the complete

vehicle identification number, customer name, and address information has been prepared and

will be provided to dealers through the GM GlobalConnect Recall Reports. Dealers will not have

a report available if they have no involved vehicles currently assigned.

The listing may contain customer names and addresses obtained from Motor Vehicle

Registration Records. The use of such motor vehicle registration data for any purpose other

than follow-up necessary to complete this program is a violation of law in several

states/provinces/countries. Accordingly, you are urged to limit the use of this report to the

follow-up necessary to complete this program.

PARTS INFORMATION

Parts required to complete this program are to be obtained from General Motors Customer Care

and Aftersales. Please refer to your “involved vehicles listing” before ordering parts. Normal

orders should be placed on a DRO = Daily Replenishment Order. In an emergency situation,

parts should be ordered on a CSO = Customer Special Order.

Part Number

Description

25793853

Pipe, P/S Fluid Clg (V6)

25793936

Clamp, P/S Gr Otlt P/S Fluid Rsvr Inl Hose (V6)

19177770

Pipe Kit, P/S Fluid Clg (V8 Impala/Monte Carlo)

19177771

Pipe Kit, P/S Fluid Clg (V8 Grand Prix)

10125439

Note: P/N 11516301,

Rivet, Flat Hd (V8)

which is called out in

kit instruction sheet,

is not available

12345632 – US

Adhesive-Gel, Instant (or equivalent, such as, SAF10953475 - CN

T-LOK IB-45 (ETHILCIANOCRILATO)) (V8)

89020661 – US

89021186 – CN

Fluid, Hydraulic Power Steering (32 oz)
Quantity/Vehicle

1

2

1

1

1
1

V6 - ¼ container

(submit as Net

Item)

V8 - 1 container

(submit under Part

Quantity)
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SERVICE PROCEDURE

V6 Engine
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Note: The location of the leak (1) is shown above. The power steering cooler hose may leak

from the hose clamp.

1.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to the Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle procedure in SI.
2.
Place a drain pan under the repair area.
3.
Remove the power steering hose clamps.
4.
Remove the power steering hose from the vehicle.
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5.
Measure 25 mm (1 in) from both ends of new power steering hose.
6.
Mark the new power steering hose measurements with a white or yellow marker as shown

in illustration.
7.
Apply GM Super Lube®, P/N 12346241, or equivalent to the inside ends of the new power

steering hose.
8.
Slide the new clamps onto the new power steering hose.
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Install the new power steering hose.
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10. Position the power steering hose clamps between the white or yellow measurement lines

created in Step 6 and the end of the new hose. Ensure the clamp is NOT placed over the

hard line flare.

11. Tighten the clamps until the torque cap breaks off of the clamp.

12. Clean the fluid from the underbody of the vehicle.

13. Lower the vehicle.

14. Check the power steering fluid. Add power steering fluid and bleed the system. Refer to

the Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid procedure in SI.
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V8 Engine
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Note: The location of the leak (1) is shown above. Fittings on the hose are crimped socket and

are not likely to leak.
Note:

 Two holes will be drilled for retro-fitting 2006 cradles with 2007 cooler pipe.

 Technician will need to remove one clip from cooler pipe on top and replace with isolator,

and move the other to the front face of the cradle (and replace with isolator).

 Technician will need to glue down the two isolators with Instant Adhesive-Gel, P/N

12345632 (US), 10953475 (CN), or equivalent, such as SAF-T-LOK IB-45

(ETHILCIANOCRILATO).

1.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to the Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle procedure in SI.
2.
Place a drain pan under the vehicle to capture the power steering fluid when disconnecting

the power steering return line.
3.
Remove the air deflector.
4.
Remove the power steering cooler pipe/hose from the retaining clips on the frame.
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5.
Disconnect both stabilizer shaft links from the shaft.
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6.
Remove the left side engine mount lower nuts from the frame.
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7.
Remove the left side transmission mount lower nuts from the frame.
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8.
Remove the right side engine mount lower nuts from the frame.
9.
Support and raise the transmission. Raise the transmission about 51-76 mm (2-3 in).
10. Support the rear of the frame (cradle) using an adjustable jackstand.

11. Remove the rear frame bolts from the frame.

Caution: To avoid part damage, do NOT lower the rear frame (cradle) more than 76 mm (3 in).

12. Lower the rear frame (cradle) no more than 76 mm (3 in).
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13. Remove the right side engine mount bracket bolts.

14. Remove the right side engine mount and bracket from the vehicle.

15. Disconnect the power steering cooler pipe/hose from the gear.

16. Remove the power steering cooler pipe/hose clamp from the return line.

17. Disconnect the power steering cooler pipe/hose from the return line.

18. Remove the power steering cooler pipe/hose assembly from the vehicle.

19. Install the power steering cooler pipe/hose assembly to the vehicle with the new cooler

installed over the front of the cradle as shown.

20. Connect the power steering cooler pipe/hose to the return line and install the clamp.
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21. Connect the power steering cooler pipe/hose to the gear.
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Note: Glue should be Instant Adhesive-Gel, P/N 12345632 (US), 10953475 (CN), or

equivalent, such as SAF-T-LOK IB-45 (ETHILCIANOCRILATO).
22. Remove the clip and replace with glued isolator (1). Isolator is smaller than what picture

shows.
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Note: Glue should be Instant Adhesive-Gel, P/N 12345632 (US), 10953475 (CN), or

equivalent, such as SAF-T-LOK IB-45 (ETHILCIANOCRILATO).

23. Move the other clip to the front of the cradle and replace with glued isolator (2).
Note: The hole should be drilled using a 7/32 in drill bit and is located 402mm (15-13/16 in)

from the weld and 19 mm (3/4 in) from the top of the cradle. The z-bracket should be riveted to

the cradle using part number 10125439 (instructions sheet may show part number 11516301,

but it may not be available).

24. Drill a hole in the cradle through the z-bracket.
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Note: The hole should be drilled using 1/4 in drill bit and is located 40 mm (1-9/16 in) from the

weld and 16 mm (5/8 in) from the top of the cradle.
25. Drill to fit clip in front of cradle (3).

26. Remove the cardboard protector from fin cooler.

27. Install the right side engine mount and bracket to the vehicle.

28. Install the right side engine mount bracket bolts.

Tighten

Tighten the engine mount bracket bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

29. Raise the rear of the frame (cradle) using an adjustable jackstand.

30. Install the rear frame bolts.

Tighten

Tighten the rear frame bolts to 160 N·m (118 lb ft).

31. Remove the adjustable jackstand from under the frame.

32. Lower the transmission and remove the support.
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33. Install the left side transmission mount lower nuts to the frame.

Tighten

Tighten the left side transmission mount lower nuts to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).
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34. Install the right side engine mount lower nuts to the frame.

Tighten

Tighten the right side engine mount lower nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
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35. Install the left side engine mount lower nuts to the frame.

Tighten

Tighten the left side engine mount lower nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
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36. Connect both stabilizer shaft links to the shaft.

Tighten

Tighten the stabilizer link nuts to 60 N·m (44 lb ft).

37. Install the power steering cooler pipe/hose to the frame mounted retaining clips.

38. Install the air deflector.

39. Clean power steering fluid from the underbody of the vehicle.

40. Remove the drain pan.

41. Lower the vehicle.

42. Check the power steering fluid. Add fluid and bleed the system. Refer to Checking and

Adding Power Steering Fluid procedure in SI.
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CUSTOMER REIMBURSEMENT - For US

All customer requests for reimbursement for previous repairs for the condition will be handled by

the Customer Assistance Center, not by dealers.

A General Motors Customer Reimbursement Procedure and Claim Form is included with the

customer letter.

IMPORTANT: (For GM Only) Refer to the GM Service Policies and Procedures Manual, section

6.1.12, for specific procedures regarding customer reimbursement and the form.

CUSTOMER REIMBURSEMENT - For Canada

Customer requests for reimbursement for previous repairs for the condition are to be submitted

to the dealer by February 28, 2011.

All reasonable customer paid receipts should be considered for reimbursement. The amount to

be reimbursed will be limited to the amount the repair would have cost if completed by an

authorized General Motors dealer.

When a customer requests reimbursement, they must provide the following:




Proof of ownership at time of repair.

Original paid receipt confirming the amount of repair expense(s) that were not

reimbursed, a description of the repair, and the person or entity performing the repair.
Claims for customer reimbursement on previously paid repairs are to be submitted as required

by WINS.

IMPORTANT: Refer to the GM Service Policies and Procedures Manual, section 6.1.12, for

specific procedures regarding customer reimbursement verification.

COURTESY TRANSPORTATION

The General Motors Courtesy Transportation program is intended to minimize customer

inconvenience when a vehicle requires a repair that is covered by the New Vehicle Limited

Warranties. The availability of courtesy transportation to customers whose vehicles are within

the warranty coverage period and involved in a product program is very important in maintaining

customer satisfaction. Dealers are to ensure that these customers understand that shuttle

service or some other form of courtesy transportation is available and will be provided at no

charge. Dealers should refer to the General Motors Service Policies and Procedures Manual for

Courtesy Transportation guidelines.
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WARRANTY TRANSACTION INFORMATION

Submit a transaction using the table below.

Labor

Code

V2170

V2171

V2172
Description

Replace Power Steering Hose & Clamps (inc. system

bleed) (V6)

Replace Power Steering Cooler Line (inc. system

bleed) (V8)

Customer Reimbursement (not for use by US GM

dealers)
Labor

Time

0.5
Part

Count

3
Net

Item

*
1.7
4
N/A
0.2
N/A
**
*
The amount identified in “Net Item” should represent the actual sum total of the current

GMCC&A Dealer net price for the ¼ container of power steering fluid (V6) needed to

perform the required repairs, not to exceed $1.40 USD, $1.26 CAD, plus applicable MarkUp.
**
The amount identified in “Net Item” should represent the dollar amount reimbursed to the

customer.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION

General Motors will notify customers of this program on their vehicle (see copy of customer

letter included with this bulletin).

DEALER PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITY

All unsold new vehicles in dealers' possession and subject to this program must be held and

inspected/repaired per the service procedure of this program bulletin before customers take

possession of these vehicles.

Dealers are to service all vehicles subject to this program at no charge to customers, regardless

of mileage, age of vehicle, or ownership, through February 28, 2015.

Customers who have recently purchased vehicles sold from your vehicle inventory, and for

which there is no customer information indicated on the dealer listing, are to be contacted by the

dealer. Arrangements are to be made to make the required correction according to the

instructions contained in this bulletin. A copy of the customer letter is provided in this bulletin for

your use in contacting customers. Program follow-up cards should not be used for this purpose,

since the customer may not as yet have received the notification letter.

In summary, whenever a vehicle subject to this program enters your vehicle inventory, or is in

your dealership for service through February 28, 2015, you must take the steps necessary to be

sure the program correction has been made before selling or releasing the vehicle.
GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that

may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the tools,

equipment, safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to

your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See your dealer/retailer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the

information.
We Support

Voluntary Technician

Certification
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Dear General Motors Customer:

We have learned that your 2005 or 2006 model year Pontiac Grand Prix or 2006 model year

Chevrolet Impala or Monte Carlo, may have a condition in which the power steering cooler line

may leak or split. If this were to occur, you would likely notice fluid spotting under the vehicle

when the vehicle is parked and a decrease in the power steering assist. If enough fluid were

lost, damage to the power steering pump could occur.

Your satisfaction with your 2005 or 2006 model year Pontiac Grand Prix or 2006 model year

Chevrolet Impala or Monte Carlo is very important to us, so we are announcing a program to

prevent this condition.

What We Will Do: Your GM dealer will replace the power steering cooler line on your vehicle.

This service will be performed for you at no charge until February 28, 2011. (extended to

February 28, 2015; no new letters sent)

What You Should Do: To limit any possible inconvenience, we recommend that you contact

your dealer as soon as possible to schedule an appointment for this repair. By scheduling an

appointment, your dealer can ensure that the necessary parts will be available on your

scheduled appointment date.

Reimbursement: The enclosed form explains what reimbursement is available and how to

request reimbursement if you have paid for repairs for this condition. Your request for

reimbursement, including the information and documents mentioned on the enclosed form, must

be received by GM by February 28, 2011. Because you have already had the hose replaced,

you do not need to take your vehicle to your dealer for this repair.

If you have any questions or need any assistance to better understand related repairs, please

contact your dealer. If you have questions related to a potential reimbursement, please contact

the appropriate Customer Assistance Center at the number listed below.

Division
Number
Chevrolet

GMC

Guam

Puerto Rico – English

Puerto Rico – Español

Virgin Islands
1-800-630-2438

1-866-996-9463

1-671-648-8450

1-800-496-9992

1-800-496-9993

1-800-496-9994
Text Telephones

(TTY)

1-800-833-2438

1-800-462-8583
We sincerely regret any inconvenience or concern that this situation may cause you. We want

you to know that we will do our best, throughout your ownership experience, to ensure that your

GM vehicle provides you many miles of enjoyable driving.

Scott Lawson

Director,

Customer and Relationship Services

Enclosure

09132

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