INSPECTION PROCEDURE 10: Oil Leakage From Hose Connection: Diagnosis

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

STEP 1. Check for loosening of the return tube flare nut.
Q: Is the flare nut loose?
- YES: Tighten it to standard value (Refer to POWER STEERING HOSES ). Then go to Step 3.
- NO: Go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Check the hose connection and the clamp installation.
Q: Are they correct?
- YES: Go to Step 3.
- NO: Repair or replace the part (Refer to POWER STEERING HOSES ). Then go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Retest the system.
Check that no oil is leaking.

Q: Is there oil leakage?
- YES: Repeat from Step 1.
- NO: The procedure is complete.