Hose - Pressure: Removal: RWD

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Disconnecting/Connecting Battery Cables

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Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable (2) from battery post.
Siphon power steering fluid from pump reservoir.
Remove air cleaner housing and inlet tube to throttle body. Refer to appropriate ENGINE - SERVICE INFORMATION article.

Fig 2: Remove/Install Pressure Hose At Pump - 2.7L/3.5L
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2.7L/3.5L Engines - Unthread tube nut, then remove pressure hose (2) from pump (1).

Fig 3: Remove/Install Pressure Hose at Pump - 5.7L/6.1L
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5.7L/6.1L Engines - Unthread tube nut, then remove pressure hose (2) from pump (1).

Fig 4: Pressure Hose At Pump
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3.0L Diesel Engine - Unthread tube nut, then remove pressure hose (2) from pump (1).
Raise and support vehicle. (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/HOISTING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Remove belly pan. (Refer to BODY/EXTERIOR/BELLY PAN - REMOVAL)

Fig 5: Hose Routing Along Engine Cradle
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Remove screw (5) securing pressure hose (1) routing clamp to front of engine cradle (3).
Remove screw (4) fastening routing clamps securing pressure (1) and return (2) hoses to right side of engine cradle (3).

Fig 6: Hoses at RWD Steering Gear
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Unthread pressure hose tube nut (2) from steering gear (1).
Remove pressure hose from vehicle.