9-7X L6-4.2L (2008)
Power Steering Line/Hose: Service and Repair
Power Steering Gear Inlet and Outlet Hose Replacement (4.2L)
Tools Required
J 44586 Power Steering Gear Oil Seal Remover/Installer
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Wheels and Tires/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
2. Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Frame/Skid Plate/Service and
Repair/Engine Protection Shield Replacement).
Notice: Refer to Power Steering Hose Disconnected Notice.
3. Install the drain pan under the vehicle.
4. Remove the power steering hose assembly to the power steering gear retaining bolt.
5. Disconnect the power steering hose assembly from the power steering gear.
6. Disconnect the power steering return hose and power steering cooler hose from the power steering cooler.
7. Disconnect the power steering pressure hose (1) and power steering cooler hose (2) from the power steering pump.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Remove the power steering hose assembly to front crossmember bracket mounting bolt.
10. Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement (See: Starting and Charging/Battery/Battery Tray/Service and Repair).
