Power Steering Pump To Steering Gear Pressure Line - 2.0L ZETEC: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Power Steering Pressure Line From Power Steering Pump
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NOTE:
- Drain the excess power steering fluid into a suitable drain pan.
Disconnect the power steering pressure line from the power steering pump.
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Power Steering Pressure & Return Lines
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NOTE:
- Do not drop the O-ring seals.
Disconnect the power steering pressure and return lines.
1. Remove the bolt.
2. Disconnect the power steering pressure and return lines.
Fig 3: Removing Power Steering Pressure Line Bracket Bolt To Steering Gear
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Remove the power steering pressure line bracket bolt to the steering gear.

Fig 4: Removing Power Steering Pressure Line Bracket Bolt To Engine Lifting Hook
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Remove the power steering pressure line bracket bolt to the engine lifting hook.

Fig 5: Removing Power Steering Pressure Line Bracket To Engine Bolt & Power Steering Pressure Line
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Remove the power steering pressure line bracket to engine bolt and the power steering pressure line.