Power Steering Fluid Hoses

POWER STEERING FLUID HOSES - COMPONENTS

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Align the alignment marks on the fitting, the pressure tube and hose assembly, then install the pressure hose.

PRESSURE HOSE AND TUBE

1. Remove the engine air intake hose assembly.

2. Remove the power steering pressure hose clip.

3. Disconnect the pressure tube from the steering gear fitting.

4. Raise the vehicle on a lift and remove the clip securing the return and pressure tubes.

5. Lower the vehicle and remove the relief bolt (24 mm) of the pressure hose on the power steering pump.

6. Remove the pressure hose and tube assembly.

7. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE

1. When installing the pressure hose and tube assembly, make sure that they are not twisted and that there is no possibility of contact with other vehicle components.

2. After installation is complete, bleed air from the power steering system.

RETURN TUBE AND HOSE

1. Remove the power steering fluid reservoir from its bracket.

2. Remove the return tube and hose clips.

3. Remove the engine air intake hose assembly.

4. Disconnect the pressure and return tubes from the steering gear assembly.

5. Raise the vehicle on a lift and remove the clip securing the return and pressure tubes.

6. Lower the vehicle and disconnect the clip securing the return tube and hose.

7. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

1. When installing the pressure hose and tube assembly, make sure that they are not twisted and that there is no possibility of contact with other vehicle components.

2. After installation is complete, bleed air from the power steering system.

INSPECTION 1. Make sure the hoses are not cracked by gently twisting them by hand.

2. Make sure there are no signs of hose contact with vehicle components.