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P/S Return Line Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Place a drain pan under the vehicle in order to catch any draining power steering fluid.
2. Remove the return hose from the power steering pump.
3. Remove the return hose from the retaining bracket on the engine.
4. Remove the return hose from the cooler pipe.
5. Remove the return hose from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the power steering return hose to the power steering cooler pipe.
2. Install the return hose to the retaining bracket on the engine.
3. Install the return hose to the power steering pump.
4. Fill the power steering system. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
5. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System.
6. Inspect the power steering system for leaks. Refer to Power Steering Fluid Leaks
7. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.