Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Gear Oil Seal Installer End Of J 44586

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Install the NEW power steering gear oil seal (1) to the power steering gear using the seal installation end of the J 44586 (2). See Special Tools .

Fig 2: View Of Power Steering Gear Oil Seals

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Ensure the power steering gear oil seals (1) are fully seated in the power steering gear.

Fig 3: View Of Power Steering Return Hose & Pressure Pipe/Hose

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NOTE: The inlet and outlet hoses must not be twisted during installation. Do not bend or distort the inlet or outlet hoses to make installation easier. Failure to follow these procedures could result in component damage.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the pressure hose (4) to the power steering gear (5).
Tighten: Tighten the pressure hose to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
Install the pressure hose (4) to retainer (6).
Lower the vehicle.
Install the pressure hose (4) to the power steering pump (1).
Tighten: Tighten the pressure hose to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

Fig 4: View Of Power Steering House Retaining Nut & Retaining Bracket

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Install the power steering hose retaining bracket (2) and the retaining nut (1).
Tighten: Tighten the retainer nut (1) to 5 N.m (45 lb in).
Ensure the power steering hose has sufficient clearance from the exhaust manifold.
Install the drive belt to the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
Bleed the air from the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .