Power Steering Fluid Cooler: Service and Repair

Power Steering Fluid Cooler













Removal and Installation

NOTICE: While repairing the power steering system, care should be taken to prevent the entry of foreign material or failure of the power steering components may result.

1. Using a suitable suction device, remove the power steering fluid from the reservoir.

2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Jacking and Lifting Service and Repair.

3. If equipped, remove the 4 bolts, the 2 pin-type retainers and the front skid plate.
- To install, tighten the bolts to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).





4. Remove the 2 power steering fluid cooler nuts.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

5. Compress the clamps and disconnect the 2 power steering fluid cooler hoses.

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

7. Fill the power steering system. For additional information, refer to Steering System Power Steering System Filling.