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Power Steering Return Hose Replacement

Power Steering Return Hose Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the drive belt from the power steering pump pulley.
2. Remove the power steering hose retaining nut (1) and the retaining bracket (2).





3. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the power steering pump (1).
4. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
5. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the retainer (6).
6. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the power steering gear (5).
7. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

Notice: Refer to Installing Hoses Without Twists or Bends Notice in Service Precautions.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





1. Install the power steering return hose (3) to the power steering gear (5).
^ Tighten the fitting to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
2. Install the power steering return hose (3) to the retainer (6).
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Install the power steering return hose (3) to the power steering pump (1).





5. Install the power steering hose retaining bracket (2) and the retaining nut (1).
^ Tighten the nut to 50 Nm (11 inch lbs.).
6. Ensure the power steering hose has sufficient clearance from the exhaust manifold.
7. Install the drive belt to the power steering pump pulley.
8. Bleed the air from the power steering system.