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.

NOTE: Before proceeding, see Steering - Warning .

Siphon as much fluid as possible from power steering fluid reservoir.
Remove the engine appearance cover.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Pressure Hose At Pump Pressure Port - Diesel Engine
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Remove the pressure line (3) at the pump (4).
Remove the pressure line routing bracket bolt (2) at the upper mount (7).

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Pressure Line Routing Bracket Bolt At Back Of Engine - Diesel Engine
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Remove the pressure line routing bracket bolt (1) at the back of the engine (2).

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Return Hose At Return Tube
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Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Quick Reference/Hoisting - Standard Procedure .
Remove the return hose (1) at the return tube (2).

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Return Hose & Pressure Hose At Steering Gear
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Remove the return tube (1) at the steering gear (3).
Remove the pressure hose (2) at the steering gear (3).

Fig 5: Removing/Installing Fasteners At Power Steering Hose Routing Clamps
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Remove the fasteners (1) securing the power steering hose routing clamps (2) to the crossmember.
Remove the power steering pressure hose from the vehicle.