Return Line

Removal and Installation

1. Openhood.

2. Disconnect battery ground cable.

3. Disconnect power steering return hose from power steering pump. Drain fluid into a suitable container.

4. Raise vehicle on hoist.

5. Disconnect return line mounting bracket at LH rear lower of subframe.

6. Pull power steering filter out of retaining clips on inside of LH subframe.

7. Disconnect power steering return hose from power steering rack fitting.

8. Disconnect power steering return hose from LH of power steering fluid cooler. Drain fluid into a suitable container.

9. Disconnect return line mounting bracket at LH front of subframe.

10. Remove power steering return hose from underneath vehicle.

11. Disconnect power steering return hose from RH of power steering fluid cooler.

12. Remove power steering return hose from between power steering cooler and power steering pump.

13. To install, reverse Removal procedure. Install new Teflon O-rings on power steering return hose.

14. Fill and bleed power steering system with Premium Power Steering Fluid or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESW-M2C33-F. Check system for leaks and proper operation.