Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement

Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement (LY7 3.6L)

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the front tire/wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
2. Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
3. Remove as much fluid from the remote power steering fluid reservoir as possible.




4. Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose fitting (1) from the power steering pump.




5. Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose fitting (1) from the steering gear.
6. Remove the power steering gear inlet hose from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure

1. Position the steering gear inlet hose to the vehicle.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .


Important: Hand tighten the power steering gear inlet hose fittings before finalizing the torques.


2. Connect the power steering gear inlet hose fitting (1) to the steering gear.

Tighten the fitting to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).





3. Connect the power steering gear inlet hose fitting (1) to the power steering pump.

Tighten the fitting to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

4. Clean any excess fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
5. Install the front tire/wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
6. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding (Service and Repair) .