Power Steering Line/Hose: Service and Repair

Power Steering Gear Inlet and Outlet Hose Replacement (LH8)

Removal Procedure

1. Remove as much power steering fluid from the power steering fluid reservoir as possible.
2. Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement.
3. Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.




4. Disconnect the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose (1) from the power steering pump and power steering fluid reservoir assembly.




5. Remove the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose bracket bolts (2).
6. Remove the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose retaining plate bolt (1).
7. Disconnect the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose (3) from the steering gear and remove it from the vehicle.
8. Clean the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose ports at the steering gear of any debris.
9. Transfer any parts as needed.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose (3) to the vehicle and connect it to the steering gear.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

2. Install the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose retaining plate bolt (1) and tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb in).
3. Install the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose bracket bolts (2) and tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb in).




4. Connect the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose (1) to the power steering pump and power steering fluid reservoir assembly. Tighten the fitting to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
5. Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle and remove the drain pans.
6. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement.
7. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding Service and Repair.