Power Steering Pressure Hose Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT in ENGINE.





2. Remove the power steering pressure hose from the pump.





3. Remove the power steering line at the gear performing the following steps:
3.1. The pressure line is the lower line at the steering gear.
3.2. Using a 18 mm (crow's foot line wrench with a 2 foot long, 3/8 inch drive extension.
3.3. Access the line from the engine compartment, between the rocker arm cover and the front of the dash mat.
4. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
5. Remove the power steering pressure line from the clamps on the steering gear.
6. Remove the power steering pressure line from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the power steering pressure line to the vehicle.
2. Install the power steering pressure line to the clamp on the steering gear.
3. Lower the vehicle.

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Install the power steering pressure line to the steering gear. Use a 18 mm crow's foot line wrench with a 2 foot long, 318 inch drive extension.

Tighten
Tighten the power steering pressure line fitting to the steering gear to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).

Important: Ensure the rubber sleeve contacts the transaxle brace as an anti-rotational feature.

5. Install the power steering pressure line to the power steering pump.
6. Install the drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT in ENGINE.
7. Fill the system with power steering fluid. Refer to CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID.
8. Bleed the system. Refer to BLEEDING POWER STEERING SYSTEM.
9. Inspect the system for leaks. Refer to POWER STEERING GEAR AND PUMP LEAKS.