Power Steering Return Hose Replacement LA1

1. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.4L.



2. Disconnect the pressure line from the power steering pump.



3. Disconnect the return hose from the power steering pump.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
5. Remove the right side engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement in Body Front End.
6. Disconnect both lines from the retaining clip.
7. Disconnect the return line from the cooling pipe.
8. Remove the return hose from the vehicle.

1. Position the power steering return hose to the vehicle.
2. Connect the return line to the cooler pipe.
3. Connect both lines to the retaining clip.
4. Install the right side engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement in Body Front End.
5. Lower the vehicle.



6. Connect the return hose to the power steering pump.



7. Connect the pressure line to the power steering pump.
8. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.4L.
9. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .