P/S Return Line Replacement

Power Steering Return Hose Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the drive belt from the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Engine.
2. Remove the power steering hose retainer nut (1) and the retainer (2).





3. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the power steering pump (1).
4. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Vehicle Lifting
5. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the retainer (6).
6. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the power steering gear (5).
7. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the power steering return hose (3) to the vehicle.

Notice:
- Refer to Installing Hoses Without Twists or Bends Notice in Service Precautions.
- Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the power steering return hose (3) to the power steering gear (5).
Tighten
Tighten the fitting to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the power steering return hose (3) to the retainer (6).
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Install the power steering return hose (3) to the power steering pump (1).
Tighten
Tighten the fitting to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).





6. Install the power steering hose retainer (2) and the retainer nut (1).
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 5 Nm (45 inch lbs.).
7. Ensure that the power steering hose has sufficient clearance from the exhaust manifold.
8. Install the drive belt to the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Engine.
9. Bleed the air from the power steering system.