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Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement LHD

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 284268  Size: SH
  1. Install a drain pan under the vehicle.
  2. Remove the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  4. Remove the power steering gear heat shield. Refer to Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement .
  5. Remove the fascia extension panel. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement in Bumpers.

  6. Object Number: 493550  Size: SH
  7. Remove the power steering pressure hose bracket retaining nut (2) at the cylinder head.

  8. Object Number: 460600  Size: SH
  9. Disconnect the power steering pressure hose from the bracket (2) at the frame.
  10. Disconnect the power steering pressure hose from the power steering gear.
  11. Remove the power steering pressure hose from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 460600  Size: SH
  1. Install the power steering pressure hose to the vehicle.
  2. Connect the power steering pressure hose to the bracket (2) at the frame.
  3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering gear.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the power steering pressure hose to power steering gear to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).


    Object Number: 493550  Size: SH
  6. Install the power steering pressure hose bracket and retaining nut to the cylinder head.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten power steering pressure hose bracket retaining nut (2) to cylinder head to 9 N·m (8 lb in).

  8. Install the fascia extension panel. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement in Bumpers.
  9. Install the power steering gear heat shield. Refer to Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement .
  10. Lower the vehicle.

  11. Object Number: 284268  Size: SH
  12. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump.
  13. Tighten
    Tighten the power steering pressure hose to power steering pump to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

  14. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
  15. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .