Power Steering Line/Hose: Service and Repair
Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement (Diesel)
Removal Procedure
1. Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
2. Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose (1) from the power brake booster.
3. Remove the power steering gear inlet hose clip bolt (3).
4. Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose (4) from the steering gear.
5. Remove the power steering gear inlet hose (2) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution) .
1. Install the power steering gear inlet hose (2) to the vehicle.
2. Connect the power steering gear inlet hose (4) to the steering gear.
Tighten the fitting to 32 Nm (24 lb ft).
3. Install the power steering gear inlet hose clip bolt (3).
Tighten the bolt to 12 Nm (106 lb in).
4. Connect the power steering gear inlet hose (1) to the power brake booster.
Tighten the fitting to 32 Nm (24 lb ft).
5. Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
6. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding (Service and Repair) .