Breeze L4-2.4L VIN X (2000)
Power Steering Fluid Cooler: Service and Repair
Cooler Lines
REMOVAL
1. Secure the steering wheel in place using a steering wheel holder.
2. Under the instrument panel, disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering gear shaft. To do so, perform one of the following that applies:
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a. On early production vehicles, remove the "E" clip from the steering column intermediate shaft coupler pinch bolt. Next, remove the pinch bolt
from the intermediate shaft coupler by backing off the nut, then separate the intermediate shaft from steering gear shaft.
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b. On later production vehicles, remove the pinch bolt from the intermediate shaft coupler, then slide the intermediate shaft up and off the
steering gear shaft.
3. Siphon as much power steering fluid as possible from the power steering fluid reservoir.
4. Raise the vehicle using a frame contact type hoist or supported as required using jack stands.
5. Remove the left front tire and wheel assembly.
6. Remove the front fascia and the grille as an assembly from the vehicle.
