Power Steering - Return Hose

POWER STEERING RETURN HOSE REPLACEMENT (WITH RPO CODE 2.2L (L61))

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the upper air cleaner assembly.







2. Remove the clamp (5) and the power steering return hose (2) from the power steering pump (1).
3. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.







4. Remove the front exhaust pipe, automatic transmission only.
5. Remove the power steering return hose (2) from the vehicle.



INSTALLATION PROCEDURE







1. Install the power steering return hose (2) to the vehicle.

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


2. Install the power steering return hose (2) to the power steering gear (3).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Fastener Notice


Tighten
Tighten the fitting to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

3. Install the front exhaust pipe, if removed.
4. Lower the vehicle.







5. Install the power steering return hose (2) and the clamp (5) to the power steering pump (1).
6. Install the upper air cleaner assembly.
7. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System.