Diesel Engine

Fig 1: Hose Routing Bracket Screws AT Crossmember

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CAUTION:

Power steering fluid hoses must remain away from the exhaust system, driveshafts, vehicle components and any unfriendly surface that can possibly damage hoses.

Using a lint free towel, wipe clean the open power steering hose end and power steering pump port. Replace any used O-rings with new. Lubricate the O-ring with fresh power steering fluid.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Hoisting, Standard Procedure .
Install the power steering pressure hose into the engine compartment from below.
Install the fasteners (1) securing the power steering hose routing clamps (2) to the crossmember. Use a NEW push clip on the left and tighten the screw on the right to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.).

Fig 2: Hoses AT Left-hand-drive Gear
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Install the pressure hose (2) at the gear (3). Tighten the tube nut to 32 N.m (24 ft. lbs.).
Install the return tube (1) at the gear (3). Tighten the tube nut to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.).

Fig 3: Return Hose AT Tube To Gear
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Install the return hose (1) at the return tube (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Water/Power Steering Pump Assembly
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Install the pressure line at the pump pressure port (2). Tighten the tube nut to 32 N.m (24 ft. lbs.).

Fig 5: Power Steering Pressure Line Retaining Bracket Bolt
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Install the mounting bolt (2) for the pressure line bracket. Tighten the nut to 24 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
Lower the vehicle.
Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Standard Procedure .
Check for leaks.