Removal and Installation

All vehicles 

1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, see JACKING & HOISTING .
2. Remove the screw, pushpin and the shield.
   Fig 1: Removing shield

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3. Remove the screws and the air deflector.
   Fig 2: Removing Air Deflector

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4. Remove the bolt.
   Fig 3: Removing Bolt

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5. Remove the bolt, bracket and bushings.
   Fig 4: Removing Bolt, Bracket & Bushings

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6. Remove the bolt.
   Fig 5: Removing Bolt

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7. Unclip the retainer.
   Fig 6: Removing Retainer Clip

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8. Pull the hose rearward between the oil pan and the radiator support crossmember.
   Fig 7: Pulling Hose Rearward

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   3.0L engine 

9. Remove the bolt and the bracket.
   Fig 8: Removing Bolt & Bracket

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10. Disconnect the hose (3A719) at the pump.
    Fig 9: Disconnecting Hose At Pump

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    3.9L engine 

11. Remove the bolt and the bracket.
    Fig 10: Removing Bolt & Bracket

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12. Disconnect the hose (3A719) at the pump.
    • Drain the fluid into a suitable container.
    Fig 11: Disconnecting Hose At Pump

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    All vehicles 

13. Remove the bolt.
    Fig 12: Removing Bolt

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14. Disconnect the wiring at the pressure switch (3N824).
    Fig 13: Disconnecting Wiring At Pressure Switch

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15. Remove the pressure switch.
    • Drain the fluid into a suitable container.
    Fig 14: Removing Pressure Switch

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16. Disconnect the hose at the steering gear.
    Fig 15: Disconnecting Hose At Steering Gear

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17. Unclip the retainer and detach the hose.
    Fig 16: Unclipping Retainer

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18. Remove the hose.
    Fig 17: Removing Hose

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19. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Install a new seal using the special tool.
    Fig 18: Installing New O-Ring

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20. Fill and leak check the system. For additional information, see POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING .