For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Install a drain pan under the vehicle.
- Siphon the power steering fluid from the reservoir to prevent excessive spillage.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the power brake booster inlet hose (2) from the power steering pump (1) through the wheelwell.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the power brake booster inlet hose (1) from the power brake booster (2).
- Remove the power brake booster inlet hose from the vehicle.
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.
Installation Procedure
- Route the hose in the same position the hose occupied prior to removal.
- Install the power brake booster inlet hose (1) to the power brake booster (2).
- Raise the vehicle.
- Install the power brake booster inlet hose (2) to the power steering pump (1) through the wheelwell.
- Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
- Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
Notice: The inlet and outlet hoses must not be twisted during installation. Do not bend or distort the inlet or outlet hoses to make installation easier. Failure to follow these procedures could result in component damage.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the hose fitting to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the hose fitting to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).
