Century V6-3100 3.1L VIN M SFI (1998)
Power Steering Line/Hose: Service and Repair
Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose (Pressure Line)
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Place drain pan under pump and gear.
2. Engine mount strut at engine.
3. Raise vehicle and suitably support.
CAUTION: Failure to disconnect intermediate shaft from power steering gear stub shaft can result in damage to steering gear and/or
intermediate shaft. This damage can cause loss of steering control which could result in personal injury.
NOTICE: Set steering shaft so block tooth on upper steering shaft is at the 12 o'clock position, wheels on vehicle are straight ahead and set
ignition switch to "LOCK" position. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) coil.
4. Intermediate steering shaft lower bolt and move aside plastic cover.
5. Support frame using jack stands.
NOTICE: Do not lower rear of frame too far as damage to engine components nearest to the cowl may result.
6. Rear frame mount bolts and lower rear of frame.
7. Power steering gear outlet hose clip.
8. Inlet hose at steering gear.
9. Raise frame and reinstall frame to body bolts.
10. Jack stands and lower vehicle.
11. Drive belt.
12. Power steering pump pulley.
13. Inlet hose from pump.
14. Inlet hose.
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Inspect O-rings, replace as necessary.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application.
The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require
thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors)
on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and the joint clamping force, and may
damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you
avoid damage to parts and systems.
