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SECTION 6A

POWER STEERING SYSTEM

SPECIFICATIONS

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application
N•m
Lb-Ft
Lb-In
Fluid Resevoir Bolts
9
-
80
Power Steering Pump Pressure Line Fitting
28
21
-
Steering Gear Inlet and Outlet Pipe Fittings
28
21
-
Pressure Line Securing Bracket Bolts
10
7
-
Supply Line Securing Bracket Bolts
10
7
-

SPECIAL TOOLS

Special Tools Table


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KM-354-B
Pressure Test Gauge Kit

DIAGNOSIS

Power Steering System Pressure Test

Tools Required

KM-354-B Pressure Test Gauge Kit
Check the fluid pressure as follows to determine whether the trouble is in the pump or the gear unit.

Test Procedure

  1. Check the power steering fluid level and the power steering pump belt tension. Refer to "Checking and Adding Fluid" in this section and Section 6B, Power Steering Pump.
  2. Disconnect the high pressure line at the pump. Use a small container to catch any fluid.
  3. Connect the hose of the pressure test gauge kit KM-354-B to the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump.
  4. Place the gear selector lever in PARK (automatic transaxle-equipped vehicles) or NEUTRAL (manual transaxle-equipped vehicles). Set the parking brake.
  5. Open the gauge valve fully.
  6. Start the engine and let it idle.
  7. Turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times to warm the fluid to operating temperature.
  8. Increase the engine speed to 1,500 rpm.

Notice : The power steering pump could be damaged if the valve is fully closed for more than 5 seconds.

  1. Close the gauge valve fully, and read the pressure. The pump pressure with the valve closed should be about 8,500 kPa (1,233 psi).
  2. Close the gauge valve fully, and read the pressure. The pump pressure with the valve closed should be about 8,500 kPa (1,233 psi).
  3. Immediately open the gauge valve fully.
  4. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left and the right. If the pressure is within the specified limits, the problem is not in the pump. Check the power steering gear for leaks.

Power Steering System Leak Test

General Procedure

Inspect the following:

Important : Verify the exact point of the leak. The point from which the fluid is dripping is not necessarily the point at which the system is leaking. When service is required, clean the leak area upon disassembly, replace the leaking seal, check the component sealing surfaces for damage and reset the torque bolt to specifications, where required.

External Leak Check

The purpose of this procedure is to pinpoint the location of the leak. In some cases, the leak can be easily located, but seepage-type leaks may be harder to find. To locate seepage leaks, use the following method:
  1. With the engine off, wipe dry the complete power steering system.
  2. Check the power steering fluid level in the pump's reservoir. Adjust the fluid level as necessary. Refer to "Checking and Adding Fluid" in this section.

Notice : Do not hold the steering wheel at a stop for any length of time as this can damage the power steering pump.

  1. Start the engine. Turn the steering wheel counterclockwise and clockwise from stop to stop several times.
  2. Start the engine. Turn the steering wheel counterclockwise and clockwise from stop to stop several times.
  3. Find the exact area of the leak and repair it.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

Bleeding the Power Steering System

    If the power steering hydraulic system has been serviced, an accurate fluid level reading cannot be obtained until the air is bled from the system. Follow these steps to bleed the air from the system.
  1. Turn the wheels all the way to the left and add the power steering fluid to the MIN mark on the fluid level indicator.

    2. Notice : When adding fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use DEXRON®-IID power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks.

  2. Start the engine. With the engine running at fast idle, recheck the fluid level. If necessary, add fluid to bring the level up to the MIN mark.
  3. Bleed the system by turning the wheels from side to side without reaching the stop at either end. Keep the fluid level at the MIN mark. The air must be eliminated from the fluid before normal steering action can be obtained.
  4. Return the wheels to the center position. Continue running the engine for 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Road test the car to be sure the steering functions normally and is free from noise.
  6. Recheck the fluid level as described in steps 1 and 2. Make sure the fluid level is at the MAX mark after the system has stabilized at its normal operating temperature. Add fluid as needed.

Checking and Adding Fluid

    Notice : When adding fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use DEXRONR®-IID power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks.

  1. The power steering fluid level is indicated either by marks on a see-through fluid reservoir or by marks on a fluid level indicator on the fluid reservoir cap.
  2. If the fluid is warmed up to 66°C (150°F), the fluid level should be between the MAX and MIN marks. Add fluid as needed.
  3. If the fluid is cool, 21°C (70°F), the fluid level should be at the MIN mark. Add fluid as needed.

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Fluid Reservoir

Removal Procedure

  1. Siphon the power steering fluid from the fluid reservoir.
  2. Remove the fluid reservoir bolts.
  3. Loosen the hose clamps and remove both hoses from the fluid reservoir.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Attach the fluid reservoir to the fluid reservoir bracket.
  2. Connect both hoses to the fluid reservoir and secure the hose clamps.
  3. Install the fluid reservoir with bolts.

    4. Tighten
    Thghten the fluid reservoir bolts to 9 N•m (80 lb-in).

    Notice : When adding fluid or making a complete change, always use DEXRON®-IID power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks.

  4. Fill the fluid reservoir with power steering fluid.
  5. Inspect for leaks. If there are leaks, correct the cause of the leaks and bleed the system. Refer to "Bleeding the Power Steering System" in this section.

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Hoses and Pipes (2.4 Gasoline)

Power Steering Pump Hoses and Pipes Removal Procedure

  1. Siphon the power steering fluid from the fluid reservoir.
  2. Disconnect the pressure line pipe and the supply line hose from the inlet and outlet connections on the power steering pump.

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  3. Remove the fluid reservoir bolts.
  4. Disconnect the return line from the fluid reservoir.

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  5. Remove the pressure line bracket securing bolt from the alternator.

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  6. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  7. Remove the exhaust front pipe. Refer to Section 1G2, Engine Exhaust - FAM II 2.4D.
  8. Remove the transaxle rear mount assembly. Refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical - FAM II 2.4D.
  9. For AWD, remove the transfer case. Refer to Section 5D, Transfer case.

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  10. Disconnect the pressure line from the power steering gear inlet.

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  11. Disconnect the return line outlet pipe from the power steering gear.
  12. Remove the return line and pressure line from the vehicle.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Route the pressure line from the power steering pump to the power steering gear.
  2. Route the return line from the fluid reservoir to the power steering gear.
  3. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  4. Connect the return line to the power steering gear outlet.

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


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  5. Connect the pressure line to the power steering gear inlet.

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


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  6. For AWD, Install the transfer case. Refer to Section 5D, Transfer case.
  7. Install the transaxle rear mount assembly. Refer to Section 1C1, Engine Mechanical - FAM II 2.4D.
  8. Install the exhaust front pipe. Refer to Section 1G2, Engine Exhaust - FAM II 2.4D.

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  9. Install the pressure line bracket securing bolt on the alternator.

    10. Tighten
    Tighten the pressure line bracket securing bolt to 10 N•m (7 lb-ft).


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  10. Connect the return line to the fluid reservoir.
  11. Install the fluid reservoir with bolts.

    12. Tighten
    Tighten the fluid reservoir bolts to 9 N•m (80 lb-in).


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  12. Connect the pressure line pipe and the supply line hose to the outlet and inlet connections on the power steering pump.

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

    Notice : When adding fluid or making a complete change, always use DEXRON®-IID power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks.

  13. Fill the fluid reservoir with power steering fluid.
  14. Inspect for leaks. If there are leaks, correct the cause of the leaks and bleed the system. Refer to "Bleeding the Power Steering System" in this section.

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Power Steering Fluid Supply Hose Removal Procedure

  1. Siphon the power steering fluid from the fluid reservoir.
  2. Remove the fluid reservoir bolts.
  3. Disconnect the fluid supply hose at the fluid reservoir lower connection.

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  4. Disconnect the fluid supply hose from the power steering pump inlet. Use a rag to avoid any spillage.

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  5. Remove the supply line securing bracket bolts.
  6. Remove the power steering fluid supply hose from vehicle.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the power steering fluid supply hose.
  2. Install the supply line securing bracket bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the supply line securing bracket bolts to 10 N•m (7 lb-ft).


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  3. Connect the fluid supply hose to the fluid reservoir lower connection.

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  4. Connect the fluid supply hose to the fluid reservoir lower connection.

    5. Notice : When adding fluid or making a complete change, always use DEXRON®-IID power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks.

  5. Install the fluid reservoir with bolts.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the fluid reservoir bolts to 9 N•m (80 lb-in).

  6. Fill the fluid reservoir with power steering fluid.
  7. Inspect for leaks. If there are leaks, correct the cause of the leaks and bleed the system. Refer to "Bleeding the Power Steering System" in this section.

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Hoses and Pipes (2.0 Diesel)

Power Steering Pump Hoses and Pipes

Removal Procedure

  1. Siphon the power steering fluid from the fluid reservoir.
  2. Remove the engine oil filter. Refer to Section 1B, Engine Mechanical - 2.0 Diesel.
  3. Remove the engine beauty cover. Refer to Section 1B, Engine Mechanical - 2.0 Diesel.
  4. Disconnect the pressure line pipe and the supply line hose from the inlet and outlet connections on the power steering pump.

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  5. Remove the fluid reservoir bolts.
  6. Disconnect the return line from the fluid reservoir.

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  7. Remove the pressure line bracket securing bolt near the cylinder head.

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  8. Remove the front bumper fasia. Refer to Section 9O, Bumpers and Fascias.
  9. Remove the return cooling pipe bracket securing bolts in front of the radiator grille.
  10. Remove the return cooling pipe bracket securing bolt under the left headlamp.

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  11. Disconnect the return cooling hoses from the pipes near the left lower side of front bumper.

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  12. Remove the front left wheel. Refer to Section 2E, Tires and Wheels.
  13. Remove the left engine front shield. Refer to Section 9R, Body Front End.
  14. Remove the return cooling pipe bracket securing bolts near the cradle.
  15. Remove the nut from the stabilizer bar and lift up the stabilizer bar backward.
  16. Remove the front left drive axle shaft. Refer to Section 3A, Front Drive Axle.

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  17. Remove the exhaust front pipe. Refer to Section 1G1, Engine Exhaust - 2.0 Diesel.
  18. Remove the transaxle rear mount assembly. Refer to Section 1B, Engine Mechanical - 2.0 Diesel.
  19. For AWD, remove the transfer case. Refer to Section 5D, Transfer Case.

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  20. Disconnect the pressure line from the power steering gear inlet.
  21. Disconnect the return line outlet pipe from the power steering gear.
  22. Remove the pressure line and return line from the vehicle.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Route the pressure line from the power steering pump to the power steering gear.
  2. Route the return line from the fluid reservoir to the power steering gear.
  3. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  4. Connect the return line to the power steering gear outlet.

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

  5. Connect the pressure line to the power steering gear inlet.

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


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  6. For AWD, install the transfer case. Refer to Section 5D, Transfer Case.
  7. Install the transaxle rear mount assembly. Refer to Section 1B, Engine Mechanical - 2.0 Diesel.
  8. Install the exhaust front pipe. Refer to Section 1G1, Engine Exhaust - 2.0 Diesel.

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  9. Install front left drive axle shaft. Refer to Section 3A, Front Drive Axle.
  10. Install stabilzer bar with nut.

    11. Tighten
    TIghten the stabilzer bar-to-stabilzer link nut to 65 N•m (48 lb-ft).

  11. Install the return cooling pipe bracket securing bolts near the cradle.

    12. Tighten
    Tighten the return line securing bolts to 10 N•m (7 lb-ft).

  12. Install the left engine front shield. Refer to Section 9R, Body Front End.
  13. Install the front left wheel. Refer to Section 2E, Tires and Wheels.

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  14. Connect the return cooling hoses to the pipes near the left lower side of front bumper.

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  15. Install the return cooling pipe bracket securing bolt under the left headlamp and in front of the radiator grille.

    16. Tighten
    Tighten the return line securing bolts to 10 N•m (7 lb-ft).

  16. Install the front bumper fasia. Refer to Section 9O, Bumpers and Fascias.

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  17. Install the pressure line bracket securing bolt near the cylinder head.

    18. Tighten
    Tighten the pressure line securing bolts to 10 N•m (7 lb-ft).

  18. Connect the return line on the fluid reservoir.

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  19. Connect the pressure line pipe and the supply line hose to the inlet and outlet connections on the power steering pump.

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

    Notice : When adding fluid or making a complete change, always use DEXRON®–IID power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks.


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  20. Install the fluid reservoir with bolts.

    21. Tighten
    Tighten the fluid reservoir bolts to 9 N•m (80 lb-in).

  21. Install the engine beauty cover. Refer to Section 1B, Engine Mechanical - 2.0 Diesel.
  22. Install the engine oil filter. Refer to Section 1B, Engine Mechanical - 2.0 Diesel.
  23. Fill the fluid reservoir with power steering fluid.
  24. Inspect for leaks. If there are leaks, correct the cause of the leaks and bleed the system. Refer to "Bleeding the Power Steering System" in this section.

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Power Steering Fluid Supply Hose

Removal Procedure

  1. Siphon the power steering filuid from the fluid reservoir.
  2. Remove the fluid reservoir bolts.
  3. Remove the fluid supply hose at the fluid reservoir lower connection.

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  4. Remove the engine beauty cover. Refer to Section 1B, Engine Mechanical - 2.0 Diesel.
  5. Disconnect the fluid supply hose from the power steering pump inlet. Use a rag to avoid any spillage.

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  6. Remove the engine fuse block aux.
  7. Remove the supply line securing bracket bolts.
  8. Remove the power steering fluid supply hose from vehicle.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the power steering fluid supply hose.
  2. Install the supply line securing bracket bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the supply line securing bracket bolts to 10 N•m (7 lb-ft).

  3. Install the engineroom fuse block aux.

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  4. Connect the fluid supply hose to the fluid reservoir lower connection.
  5. Install the engine beauty cover. Refer to Section 1B, Engine Mechanical - 2.0 Diesel.

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  6. Connect the fluid supply hose to the fluid reservoir lower connection.

    7. Notice : When adding fluid or making a complete change, always use DEXRON®-IID power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks.

  7. Instll the fluid reservoir with bolts.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the fluid reservoir bolts to 9 N•m (80 lb-in).

  8. Fill the fluid reservoir with power steering fluid.
  9. Inspect for leaks. If there are leaks, correct the cause of the leaks and bleed the system. Refer to "Bleeding the Power Steering System" in this section.

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Hoses and Pipes (3.2 V6 Gasoline)

Power Steering Pump Hoses and Pipes

Removal Procedure

  1. Siphon the power steering fluid from the fluid reservoir.
  2. Remove the front wheels. Refer to Section 2E, Tires and Wheels.
  3. Disconnect the pressure line pipe and the supply line hose from the inlet and outlet connections on the power steering pump.

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  4. Remove the fluid reservoir bolts.
  5. Disconnect the return line from the fluid reservoir.

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  6. Remove the pressure line bracket securing bolt near the rear cylinder head.

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  7. Remove the front bumper fasia. Refer to Section 9O, Bumpers and Fascias.
  8. Remove the return cooling pipe bracket securing bolts in front of the radiator grille.
  9. Remove the return cooling pipe bracket securing bolt under the left headlamp.

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  10. Disconnect the return cooling hoses from the pipes near the left lower side of front bumper.

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  11. Remove the left engine front shield. Refer to Section 9R, Body Front End.
  12. Remove the return cooling pipe bracket securing bolts near the cradle.
  13. Remove the nut from the stabilizer bar and lift up the stabilizer bar backward.
  14. Remove the front left drive axle shaft. Refer to Section 3A, Front Drive Axle.

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  15. Remove the exhaust front pipe. Refer to Section 1G3, Engine Exhaust - HFV6 3.2 L.
  16. Remove the transaxle rear mount assembly. Refer to Section 1C2, Engine Mechanical - HFV6 3.2 L.
  17. For AWD, remove the transfer case. Refer to Section 5D, Transfer Case.

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  18. Disconnect the pressure line from the power steering gear inlet.
  19. Disconnect the return line outlet pipe from the power steering gear.
  20. Remove the pressure line and return line from the vehicle.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Route the pressure line from the power steering pump to the power steering gear.
  2. Route the return line from the fluid reservoir to the power steering gear.
  3. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  4. Connect the return line to the power steering gear outlet.

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

  5. Connect the pressure line to the power steering gear inlet.

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


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  6. For AWD, install the transfer case. Refer to Section 5D, Transfer Case.
  7. Install the transaxle rear mount assembly. Refer to Section 1C2, Engine Mechanical - HFV6 3.2 L.
  8. Install the exhaust frot pipe. Refer to Section 1G3, Engine Exhaust - HFV6 3.2 L.

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  9. Install front left drive axle shaft. Refer to Section 3A, Front Drive Axle.
  10. Install stabilzer bar with nut.

    11. Tighten
    TIghten the stabilzer bar-to-stabilzer link nut to 65 N•m (48 lb-ft).

  11. Install the return cooling pipe bracket securing bolts near the cradle.

    12. Tighten
    Tighten the return line securing bolts to 10 N•m (7 lb-ft).

  12. Install the left engine front shield. Refer to Section 9R, Body Front End.

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  13. Connect the return cooling hoses to the pipes near the left lower side of front bumper.

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  14. Install the return cooling pipe bracket securing bolt under the left headlamp and in front of the radiator grille.

    15. Tighten
    Tighten the return line securing bolts to 10 N•m (7 lb-ft).

  15. Install the front bumper fasia. Refer to Section Section 9O, Bumpers and Fascias.

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  16. Install the pressure line bracket securing bolt near the rear cylinder head.

    17. Tighten
    Tighten the pressure line securing bolts to 10 N•m (7 lb-ft).


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  17. Connect the return line on the fluid reservoir.
  18. Install the fluid reservoir with bolts.

    19. Tighten
    Tighten the fluid reservoir bolts to 9 N•m (80 lb-in).


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  19. Connect the pressure line pipe and the supply line hose to the inlet and outlet connections on the power steering pump.

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

    Notice : When adding fluid or making a complete change, always use DEXRON®–IID power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks.

  20. Install the front wheels. Refer to Section 2E, Tires and Wheels.
  21. Fill the fluid reservoir with power steering fluid.

  22. Inspect for leaks. If there are leaks, correct the cause of the leaks and bleed the system. Refer to "Bleeding the Power Steering System" in this section.

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Power Steering Fluid Supply Hose

Removal Procedure

  1. Siphon the power steering fluid from the fluid reservoir.
  2. Remove the fluid reservoir bolts.
  3. Disconnect the fluid supply hose at the fluid reservoir lower connection.

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  4. Remove the front sheels. Refer to Section 2E, Tires and Wheels.
  5. Disconnect the fluid supply hose from the power steering pump inlet. Use a rag to avoid any spillage.

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  6. Remove the supply line securing bracket bolts.
  7. Remove the power steering fluid supply hose from vehicle.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the power steering fluid supply hose.
  2. Install the supply line securing bracket bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the supply line securing bracket bolts to 10 N•m (7 lb-ft).


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  3. Connect the fluid supply hose to the fluid reservoir lower connection.
  4. Install the front wheels. Refer to Section 2E, Tires and Wheels.

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  5. Connect the fluid supply hose to the fluid reservoir lower connection.

    6. Notice : When adding fluid or making a complete change, always use DEXRON®–IID power steering fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid will cause hose and seal damage and fluid leaks.

  6. Install the fluid reservoir with bolts.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the fluid reservoir bolts to 9 N•m (80 lb-in).

  7. Fill the fluid reservoir with power steering fluid.
  8. Inspect for leaks. If there are leaks, correct the cause of the leaks and bleed the system. Refer to "Bleeding the Power Steering System" in this section.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND SYSTEM OPERATION

Power Steering System

General Description

The power steering system consists of three components: the power steering pump, the power steering fluid reservoir and the the power steering rack and pinion gear. The power steering pump is a vane-type pump providing hydraulic pressure for the system and is powered by the engine. It draws on the power steering fluid reservoir, which in turn is connected to the power steering gear. A pressure-relief valve inside the flow control valve limits the pump pressure. The power steering rack and pinion gear has a rotary control valve which directs hydraulic fluid coming from the power steering pump to one side or the other side of the rack piston. The integral rack piston is attached to the rack. The rack piston converts hydraulic pressure to a linear force which moves the rack to the left or the right. The force is then transmitted through the inner and the outer tie rods to the steering knuckles, which turn the wheels.


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