Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement

Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement (LE5)

Removal Procedure

1. Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.




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




3. Remove the power steering gear pipe bracket bolt (1).
4. Remove the power steering gear inlet hose clip bolt (2).




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 power steering gear inlet hose to the vehicle.





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

Note: Start all fittings and bolts by hand before finalizing any torques.

2. Connect the power steering gear inlet hose fitting (1) to the steering gear and tighten the fitting to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).




3. Install the power steering gear inlet hose clip bolt (2) and tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb in).
4. Install the power steering gear pipe bracket bolt (1) and tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb in).




5. Connect the power steering gear inlet hose fitting (1) to the power steering pump and tighten the fitting to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
6. Clean any excess fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
7. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding (Service and Repair).