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Power Steering Hoses Replacement

Removal Procedure
1. Place a drain pan under the vehicle.





2. Remove the power steering return hose that connects the power steering pump to the power steering return line.
3. Remove the rubber section of the power steering return hose from the vehicle.





4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
5. Remove the rubber section of the power steering return hose that connects the power steering return line to the power steering cooler pipe.
6. Remove the rubber section of the power steering return hose from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Position the rubber section of the power steering return hose to the vehicle.
2. Install the rubber section of the power steering return hose that connects the power steering return line to the power steering cooler pipe.





3. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Position the rubber section of the power steering return hose to the vehicle.
6. Install the power steering return hose that connects the power steering pump to the power steering return line.
7. Fill the power steering system. Refer to Refilling the Power Steering System.
8. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System.
9. Inspect the power steering system for leaks. Refer to Steering and Suspension Leaks.