Removal Procedure
- Remove as much power steering fluid from the power steering reservoir as possible.
- Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to
Engine Protection Shield Replacement.
- Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
- Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose (2) from the power steering pump (1) and discard the O-ring seal.
- Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose from the steering gear and discard the O-ring seal.
- Remove the power steering gear inlet hose from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Position the power steering gear inlet hose to the vehicle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Important: Start all power steering gear inlet hose fittings by hand before finalizing any torques.
- Install a new O-ring seal and connect the power steering gear inlet hose to the steering gear.
Tighten
Tighten the fitting to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).
- Install a new O-ring seal and connect the power steering gear inlet hose (2) to the steering pump (1).
Tighten
Tighten the fitting to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).
- Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle and remove any drain pans.
- Install the engine protection shield. Refer to
Engine Protection Shield Replacement.
- Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to
Power Steering System Bleeding .