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Power Steering Hoses Replacement 3.5L V6 LX5

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 525114  Size: SH
  1. Remove the power steering return hose from the power steering pump.
  2. Remove the rubber section of the power steering return hose from the power steering return line.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  4. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  5. Remove the rubber section of the power steering return hose that connects the power steering return line to the power steering cooler pipe.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the rubber section of the power steering return hose that connects the power steering return line to the power steering cooler pipe.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the power steering return hose clamps to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).


    Object Number: 525114  Size: SH
  3. Install the tire and wheel assembly.Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  4. Lower the vehicle.
  5. Install the rubber section of the power steering return hose that connects the power steering return line to the power steering pump.
  6. Fill the power steering system with power steering fluid. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid .
  7. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .
  8. Inspect the system for leaks. Refer to Power Steering Gear and Pump Leaks .

Power Steering Hoses Replacement 3800

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  2. Place a drain pan under the vehicle in order to catch any fluid that may drain.
  3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels

  4. Object Number: 294335  Size: SH
  5. Remove the power steering return hose from the power steering pump.
  6. Remove the power steering return hose from the power steering cooler pipe.
  7. Remove the rubber section of the power steering return hose.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 294335  Size: SH
  1. Install the rubber section of the power steering return hose to the power steering pump and the power steering cooler pipe.
  2. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  3. Lower the vehicle.
  4. Fill the power steering system. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
  5. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding
  6. Inspect the power steering system for leaks. Refer to Power Steering Gear and Pump Leaks
  7. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.