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For 1990-2009 cars only

Low Oil Pressure Due to Power Steering Hose

Step

Action

Value

Yes

No

DEFINITION: Low oil pressure that is due to a restriction in the power steering hoses.

1

Check the power steering hoses.

Is the hose kinked?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 3

2

Remove the kinks from the hose. Replace the hose, if necessary.

Does the oil pressure continue to be low?

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Go to Step 3

System OK

3

Check the power steering hose.

Are foreign objects stuck in the hose?

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Go to Step 4

System OK

4

Remove the foreign objects from the hose. Replace the hose, if necessary.

Does the oil pressure continue to be low?

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System OK