Challenger V8-5.7L (2010)
7. Disconnect the power steering pressure hose at the steering gear (Figure 13).
8. Using a paint pen or chalk, mark the location of the plastic double tie strap on the power steering cooler hose. This will ensure that the new double tie
strap is installed in the same location.
9. Cut and discard the plastic double tie strap that routes the power steering pressure hose past the power steering cooler hoses.
10. Lubricate the rubber O-rings on each end of the new power steering pressure hose with clean power steering fluid.
11. Place the new power steering pressure hose into position on the vehicle.
12. Connect the power steering pressure hose to the steering gear. Tighten the tube nut to 23 ft. lbs. (32 N.m).
13. Connect the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump. Tighten the tube nut to 23 ft. lbs. (32 N.m).
14. Using Mopar Brake Cleaner or equivalent, clean any spilled power steering fluid from the engine crossmember, skid plate and frame rail.
15. Align the new double plastic tie strap to the reference mark made in Step 8. Secure the double tie strap to the power steering pressure hose and the
power steering cooler hose.
16. Verify that the power steering pressure hose is not in contact with the frame rail. Adjust the tie strap location as required.
17. Lower the vehicle from the hoist.
18. Continue with Section I. Fill and Bleed the Power Steering Hydraulic System.
CAUTION:
If the air is not purged from the power steering system correctly, power steering pump failure could result.
F. Replace Power Steering Pressure Hose (LX Models W/2.7L or LC/LX)
NOTE:
The following procedure is required if the power steering pressure hose required replacement per the inspection in Section "A."
1. Open the hood and remove the power steering reservoir cap.
2. Using a suction gun, siphon the power steering fluid from the power steering pump reservoir.
3. Remove the air cleaner housing and inlet tube to the throttle body.
4. Using Mopar Brake Parts Cleaner (or equivalent) and compressed air, clean the area around the power steering pump where the tube nut and low
pressure supply elbow screws into the power steering pump
CAUTION:
