FLUID COOLER
DESCRIPTION
The cooler is placed in series with the power steering fluid return hose, between the steering gear fluid outlet port and the fluid return hose leading to the power steering fluid reservoir.
REMOVAL
NOTE: Before proceeding, (Refer to 19 - STEERING - WARNING).
1. Siphon as much fluid as possible from the power steering fluid reservoir.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/HOISTING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
3. Remove the front fascia.
4. Remove the hose clamps (6) attaching the fluid return hose (7) to the power steering fluid cooler line. Separate the return hose from the cooler line (5).
5. Remove the two cooler mounting screws (4).
6. Remove the cooler tubes from the clips on the side of the frame rail.
7. Remove the cooler lines (5) from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the cooler tubes in the clips on the side of the frame rail.
2. Install the fluid cooler mounting screws (4) to the support. Tighten the screws to 8 N·m (71 in. lbs.).
3. Install the fluid return hose (7) on the power steering fluid cooler lines (5). Install the hose clamp (6) on the hose past the bead formed into the end of the cooler tube and secure in place.
4. Install the front fascia.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Fill and bleed the power steering system. (Refer to 19 - STEERING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
7. Check for leaks.