Power Steering Return Hose Replacement. Chevrolet Joy 2008

For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

Important: Catch the escaping fluid in a drain pan.

2. Disconnect the return line pipe from the steering gear (1).
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Remove the nut (1).
5. Disconnect the return line pipe house (1).
6. Plug the openings in the steering gear and the fluid reservoir to prevent fluid loss and contamination.

### Installation Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Connect the return line pipe fitting (1) to the steering gear.

Tighten
Tighten the return line pipe fitting to 21-35 N·m (16-26 lb ft).

3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Connect the return line pipe hose with the clamp nut (1).

Tighten
Tighten the clamp nut to 7-9 N·m (62-80 lb in).

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