Need to replace hoses on powre steering pump Can I do it myself?

z71 steering is stiff only when turn show right or left 1998

no it is a simple job, however you do need a special tool to remove the pump pulley to get at the bolts that hold the pump on.

HI there it's must likely that you have too much fluid in and or there is air in the system.
to fix problem drain power steering sys by disconnecting one of the hoses at the pump
and saving the fluid to reuse.
ones system is drained reconnect hose and fill 1/4 of the tank .
start engine and turn steering wheel all the way too the left&right three times each.by doing these
you are removing air from the system
now with engine running and steering wheel at center check fluid level and fill to the mark
on the stick .

good luck

Sounds like you have a bad ps pump from your description. You need to visually check for leaks on the ps pump, around cap, and from both pressure hoses from ps pump to find the cause.

First check the hoses located at the back of the pump. They are the most likely culprit.
If the fluid is leaking from the hose, purchase a replacement from a local dealer or repuitable auto parts supply.

If it is not the hose and the pump needs to be replaced, first I would suggest buying a Chilton manual either on-line or from an auto parts store and follow the detailed proceedure in replacing the pump.

This should require open end wrenches and take an hour or so.

find out were your leak is? either in the pump itself or the hydrobooster area and replace the component that is leaking fluid

Power Steering Line/Hose: Service and Repair
Pressure Hose
Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement (3.8L)
Removal Procedure
1. Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
2. Remove the accessory drive belt.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
4. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
5. The power steering pressure hose is the lower hose at the power steering gear.
Remove the power steering pressure hose from the power steering gear.
6. Remove the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump.
7. Remove the power steering pressure hose from the clamps on the power steering gear.
8. Remove the power steering pressure hose from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the power steering pressure hose to the vehicle.
2. Install the power steering pressure hose to the clamps on the power steering gear.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump.
^ Tighten the fitting to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering gear.
^ Tighten the pressure hose fitting to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
6. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Install the accessory drive belt.
9. Fill the power steering system with power steering fluid.
10. Bleed the power steering system.
11. Inspect the power steering system for leaks.

it is possible that you might need to check the fluid level, if it is full the next step night be to have the system flushed out and replace the Power steering filter. Finally last would be to have the powr Str pump replaced, Good Luck!

i pERSONALY WOULD REPLACE IT MYSELF EVEN WITHOUT MY 30yrs Of Experience in this Field. I have Enclosed Instructions for you to use. PLEASE dont Forget to RATE me As MOST folks DONT remember to that is how WE Get our Ratings such as GURU THANK YOU and Good Luck On The Job, Dont PAY a dime If YOU CAN > D I Y

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

1. Remove the power steering pressure hose (2) from the power steering pump (1).
2. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the front exhaust pipe, automatic transmission only. Refer to Intermediate Pipe Replacement in Exhaust System
4. Remove the power steering pressure hose (1) from the power steering gear (3).
5. Remove the power steering hose retainer (2).
6. Remove the power steering pressure hose (1) from the vehicle
   1. Install the power steering pressure hose (1) to the vehicle
   2. Install the power steering hose retainers (2). NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
   3. Install the power steering pressure hose (1) to the power steering gear (3). Tighten the fitting to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
   4. Install the front exhaust pipe, if removed. Refer to Intermediate Pipe Replacement in Exhaust System.
   5. Lower the vehicle.
      1. Install the power steering pressure hose (2) to the power steering pump (1). Tighten the fitting to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
      2. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding Power Steering System in Service and Repair of Steering.

no special tools are needed