Diesel Engine

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Dodge Caliber. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Fasteners At Power Steering Hose Routing Clamps
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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: Removing/Installing Return Hose & Pressure Hose At Steering 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: Removing/Installing Return Hose At Return Tube
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Install the return hose (1) at the return tube (2).
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Pressure Hose At Pump Pressure Port - Diesel Engine
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Install the pressure line (3) at the pump pressure port (4). Tighten the tube nut to 32 N.m (24 ft. lbs.).
Install the pressure line routing bracket bolt (2) to the upper mount (7).

Fig 5: Removing/Installing Pressure Line Routing Bracket Bolt At Back Of Engine - Diesel Engine
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Install the mounting bolt (1) for the pressure line bracket (2) to the rear of the engine. Tighten the nut to 24 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
Fill and bleed the power steering system. See Steering - Standard Procedure .
Check for leaks.
Install the engine appearance cover.