Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
- Install the power steering pressure hose to the vehicle.CAUTION: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump.
Tighten
Tighten the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump to 30 N.m (22 ft lbs).
- Install the power steering pressure hose bracket and retaining nut to the cylinder head.
Tighten
Tighten the power steering pressure hose retaining nut to 8 N.m (71 in lbs).
- Raise the vehicle.
- Install the power steering pressure hose to the retainer (2).
- Install the power steering pressure hose (1) to the power steering gear.
Tighten
Tighten the power steering pressure hose to the power steering gear to 30 N.m (22 ft lbs).
- Install the power steering gear heat shield.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.