Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J (2002)
Power Steering Line/Hose: Service and Repair
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Power Steering Return Hose Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the drive belt from the power steering pump pulley.
2. Remove the power steering hose retainer nut (1) and the retainer (2).
3. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the power steering pump (1).
4. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
5. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the retainer (6).
6. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the power steering gear (5).
7. Remove the power steering return hose (3) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure