Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement Without Hydroboost

1. Remove the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .

Notice: Do not start the vehicle with any power steering gear inlet or outlet hoses disconnected. When disconnected, plug or cap all openings of components. Failure to do so could result in contamination or loss of power steering fluid and damage to the system.




2. Remove the clamp retaining the power steering outlet hose (3) from the power steering gear (4).
3. Remove the clamp retaining the power steering inlet hose from the power steering pump (5).



4. Remove the bolts (2) retaining the power steering cooler from the radiator support.
5. Remove the power steering cooler from the vehicle.

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.

1. Install the power steering cooler (1) to the vehicle.

Tighten
Tighten the power steering cooler retaining bolts to 5 N·m (44 lb in).




2. Connect the power steering outlet hose (3) to the power steering gear (4).
3. Install the retaining clamp.
4. Connect the power steering inlet hose to the power steering pump.
5. Install the retaining clamp.
6. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
7. Inspect all the hose connections for leaks.
8. Install the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .

Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement Rack and Pinion

1. Remove the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .

Notice: Do not start the vehicle with any power steering gear inlet or outlet hoses disconnected. When disconnected, plug or cap all openings of components. Failure to do so could result in contamination or loss of power steering fluid and damage to the system.




2. Remove the power steering outlet hose (4) from the power steering gear (3).
3. Remove the power steering inlet hose from the power steering pump (1).



4. Remove the bolts (2) retaining the cooler to the radiator support.
5. Remove the power steering cooler from the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




1. Install the power steering cooler (1) to the vehicle.

Tighten
Tighten the power steering cooler retaining bolts to 5 N·m (44 lb in).




2. Connect the power steering inlet hose to the power steering pump (5).

Install the retaining clamp.

3. Connect the power steering outlet hose (4) to the power steering gear (3).

Install the retaining clamp.

4. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
5. Inspect all the hose connections for leaks.
6. Install the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .

Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement With Hydroboost

1. Remove the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .




Notice: Do not start the vehicle with any power steering gear inlet or outlet hoses disconnected. When disconnected, plug or cap all openings of components. Failure to do so could result in contamination or loss of power steering fluid and damage to the system.

2. Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
3. Siphon the fluid from the reservoir to prevent excess spillage.
4. Remove the clamp retaining the power steering cooler inlet hose (3) to the power steering gear (2).
5. Remove the clamp retaining power steering cooler outlet hose (5) to the power steering pump (1).



6. Remove the bolts (2) retaining the power steering cooler from the radiator support.
7. Remove the power steering cooler from the vehicle.

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.

1. Install the power steering cooler (1) to the radiator support.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts retaining the power steering cooler to 5 N·m(44 lb in).




2. Install the power steering cooler outlet hose (3) to the power steering pump (2).
3. Install the retaining clamp.
4. Install the power steering inlet hose (5) to the power steering gear (1).
5. Install the retaining clamp.
6. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
7. Inspect all the hose connections for leaks.
8. Install the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .