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Power Steering Return Hose Replacement

Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (LS6)

Removal Procedure
1. Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.





3. Disconnect the power steering return hose from the power steering gear.





4. Disconnect the power steering return hose from the power steering cooler.
5. Remove the power steering return hose.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the power steering return hose.





2. Connect the power steering return hose to the power steering cooler.






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

Important: Install a new seal on the power steering return hose.

Connect the power steering return hose to the power steering gear.

Tighten the hose to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the air cleaner assembly.
5. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
6. Bleed the power steering system.