Return Pipe

Remove or Disconnect
1. Coolant recovery reservoir and set aside. Refer to Cooling System.
2. Serpentine drive belt. Refer to Engine.

CAUTION: Siphon power steering fluid from reservoir before disconnecting lines to avoid spilling fluid on secondary timing belt cover. Use shop rags when disconnecting lines to insure any remaining fluid does NOT contact secondary timing belt cover. Power steering fluid can damage the secondary timing belt.

3. Power steering line clamp at front cover.
4. Power steering return pipe from reservoir hose.
5. Power steering high pressure pipe from pump.
6. Raise vehicle and suitably support.
7. Right front wheel and tire.
8. Loosen right side engine splash shield. Refer to Body and Frame.
9. Right tie rod end from steering knuckle, using J 35917.
10. Return hose clamp and hose from return pipe.
11. Lower vehicle.
12. Return pipe from vehicle.

Install or Connect

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 the 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.


1. Pipe in position.
2. Raise vehicle.
3. Return hose and clamp to pipe, tighten clamp.
4. Right tie rod nut and tie rod.
5. Tighten right side engine splash shield. Refer to Body and Frame.
6. Right front wheel and tire.
7. Lower vehicle.
8. Return pipe to reservoir hose, tighten clamp.
9. High pressure pipe to pump.
10. Power steering lines clamp to front cover.
11. Serpentine drive belt. Refer to Engine.
12. Coolant recovery reservoir. Refer to Cooling System.
13. Fill system. Refer to "Checking and Adding Fluid."
14. Bleed power steering system. Refer to "Bleeding Power Steering System."

Inspect
- For leaks.