Power Steering Gear Outlet Pipe/Hose Replacement

Power Steering Gear Outlet Pipe/Hose Replacement (LP1, LY7)

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the left front wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the front air deflector.
4. Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
5. Disconnect the power steering gear outlet pipe/hose (1) from the power steering gear (2). Discard the O-ring seal (3).




6. Compress the clamp (1) and disconnect the power steering gear outlet pipe/hose (2) from the power steering cooler pipe and remove the power steering gear outlet pipe/hose from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Compress the clamp (1) and connect the power steering gear outlet pipe/hose (2) to the power steering cooler pipe.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

Important: Install a new O-ring seal (3) on the power steering gear outlet pipe/hose prior to installation.

2. Connect the power steering gear outlet pipe/hose (1) to the power steering gear (2).

Tighten the power steering gear outlet pipe/hose fitting to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

3. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding.
4. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
5. Install the front air deflector.
6. Lower the vehicle.