For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the pressure line pipe fitting from the outlet connection on the power steering pump (1).
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Loosen the clamp nut of the pressure line pipe (1).
- Loosen the clamp nut of the pressure line pipe (2).
- Loosen the coupling nut which is connected with the pressure line pipe (1).
- Loosen the clamp nut of the pressure line pipe (1).
- Disconnect the return line pipe fitting from the power steering gear (2).
- Disconnect the pressure line pipe from the power steering gear (1).
- Remove the power steering pump pressure line.
- Plug the openings in the power steering pump and the steering gear to prevent fluid loss and contamination.
Installation Procedure
- Install the power steering pump pressure line and the supply line.
- Connect the pressure line inlet pipe to the steering gear with the fitting (1) and tighten to 21-35 N·m (16-26 lb ft).
- Connect the return line pipe to the steering gear (2) and tighten the return line pipe fitting to 21-35 N·m (16-26 lb ft).
- Connect the pressure lines with couplings (2). Tighten the coupling which is connected with the pressure line pipe to 36-50 N·m (27-37 lb ft).
- Connect the pressure line clamp nut, gear-side (1) and tighten to 7-9 N·m (62-80 lb in).
- Connect the pressure line clamp nut, pump-side (1) and tighten to 7-9 N·m (62-80 lb ft).
- Connect the pressure line pipe to the outlet connection (1) on the power steering pump. Tighten the power steering pump outlet pipe fitting to 21-35 N·m (16-26 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the fluid reservoir with power steering fluid.
- Inspect for leaks. If there are leaks, correct the cause of the leaks and bleed system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
