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Pump Outlet Hose/Inlet Line Replacement

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NOTE: Plug the pump outlet hose end and inlet line end after disconnecting them.
  1. Raise the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ).
  2. Remove the front wheel on the passenger's side.
  3. Place a suitable container under the vehicle.
  4. Drain the power steering fluid from the reservoir (see FLUID REPLACEMENT  ).
  5. Cover the auto-tensioner, the alternator, and the A/C compressor with several shop towels to protect them from spilled power steering fluid.
  6. Disconnect the pump outlet hose (A) from the pump.
    NOTE:
    • Take care not to spill the fluid on the body or parts. Wipe off any spilled fluid at once.
    • Do not turn the steering wheel with the pump outlet hose removed.
    Fig 1: Pump Outlet Hose & Clamp Bolt With Torque Specifications
    G05962553Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Cover the opening of the pump with a piece of tape to prevent foreign material from entering the pump.
  8. Remove the pump outlet hose clamp bolt (B).
  9. Loosen the 16 mm flare nut (A), and disconnect the inlet line (B).
    Fig 2: Flare Nut, Inlet Line Inlet & Line Clamp Bolt With Torque Specifications
    G05962554Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  10. Remove the inlet line clamp bolt (C).
  11. Remove the inlet line clamp bolt (A), and disconnect the power steering pressure switch connector (B).
    Fig 3: Inlet Line Clamp Bolt & Power Steering Pressure Switch Connector With Torque Specifications
    G05962555Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  12. Remove the pump outlet hose/inlet line (A) through the wheel well opening on the passenger's side.
    Fig 4: Identifying Pump Outlet Hose/Inlet Line
    G05962556Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  13. Install the pump outlet hose/inlet line (A) in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Fill the system with power steering fluid, and bleed air from the system (see FLUID REPLACEMENT  ).
    • Do not get power steering fluid or grease on the auto-tensioner, the alternator, the A/C compressor, the drive belt, or the pulley faces. Clean off any fluid or grease before installation.
    • Start the engine, allow it to idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several times to warm up the fluid. Check the gearbox for leaks (see FLUID LEAKAGE INSPECTION  ).
    • Clean the mating surface of the brake disc and the inside of the wheel, then install the front wheel.
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