P/S Return Line Replacement

Removal Procedure
1. Remove the drive belt from the power steering pump pulley.





2. Remove the power steering hose nut (1) and retainer (2).





3. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the power steering pump (1).
4. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
5. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the retainer (6).
6. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the power steering gear (5).
7. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the vehicle.


Installation Procedure

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

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





1. Install the power steering return hose (3) to the power steering gear (5).
Tighten the fitting to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
2. Install the power steering return hose (3) to the retainer (6).
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Install the power steering return hose (3) to the power steering pump (1).





5. Install the power steering hose retainer (2) and nut (1).
Tighten the nut to 5 Nm (45 inch lbs.).
6. Ensure the the power steering hose has sufficient clearance from the exhaust manifold.
7. Install the drive belt to the power steering pump pulley.
8. Bleed the air from the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding Power Steering System.