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- Posted on Jul 08, 2009
Re: HOW DO YOU TAKE OFF A POWER STEERING LINE? I HAVE A...
When power steering hose replacement is required, follow these steps:
- With the engine stopped, remove the return hose at the power steering gear, and allow the fluid to drain from this hose into a drain pan. On some cars, the vehicle must be lifted on a hoist to replace the power steering hoses.
- Loosen and remove all hose fittings from the pump and steering gear.
- Remove all hose-to-chassis clips.
- Remove the hoses from the chassis, and cap the pump and steering fittings.
- If O-rings are used on the hose ends, install new O-rings. TRW steering gear cylinder lines have gaskets that are serviced as a unit. The old gasket must be pried out of the fittings in the housing before the new lines and gaskets are installed. Lubricate O-rings with power steering fluid.
- Reverse steps 1 through 4 to install the power steering hoses. Tighten all fittings to the manufacturer's specified torque. Be sure all hose-to-chassis clips are in place. Do not position hoses where they rub on other components.
- Fill the pump reservoir to the full mark with the manufacturer's recommended fluid. Bleed air from the power steering system. Check the fluid level in the reservoir and add fluid as required.
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