Power Steering Pump Hoses and Pipes Installation

Route the pressure line from the power steering pump to the power steering gear.
Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
Route the return line from the fluid reservoir to the power steering gear.
Install the return securing bracket bolts near the radiator.
Tighten

Tighten the return line securing bracket bolt to 8 N.m (6 lb-ft).

Fig 1: Installing Return Securing Bracket Bolts Near Radiator
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Install the return line bracket securing bolts to the center member.
Tighten

Tighten the return line bracket securing bolts to the center crossmember to 8 N.m (6 lb-ft).

Fig 2: Installing Return Line Bracket Securing Bolts To Center Member
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Connect the return line to the power steering gear outlet.
Tighten

Tighten the return line fitting to 28 N.m (21 lb-ft).

Fig 3: Connecting Return Line To Power Steering Gear Outlet
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Connect the pressure line to the power steering gear inlet.
Tighten

Tighten the pressure line fitting to 28 N.m (21 lb-ft).

Fig 4: Connecting Pressure Line To Power Steering Gear Inlet
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Install the pressure line bracket securing bolt on the alternator.
Tighten

Tighten the pressure line bracket securing bolt to 8 N.m (6 lb-ft).

Fig 5: Installing Pressure Line Bracket Securing Bolt On Alternator
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Connect the return line to the fluid reservoir.

Fig 6: Connecting Return Line To Fluid Reservoir
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Connect the pressure line pipe and the supply line hose to the outlet and inlet connections on the power steering pump.
Tighten

Tighten the pressure line fitting to 28 N.m (21 lb-ft).
Fill the fluid reservoir with power steering fluid.
CAUTION: When adding fluid or making a complete change, always use DEXRON(R)-IID or III power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks.
Inspect for leaks. If there are leaks, correct the cause of the leaks and bleed the system. Refer to "BLEEDING THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM ".

Fig 7: Connecting Pressure Line Pipe And Supply Line Hose To Power Steering Pump
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