PT Cruiser L4-2.4L Turbo VIN 8 (2005)
5. Remove the hose clamp securing the return hose to the power steering fluid reservoir. Slide the hose off the end of the reservoir fitting and remove
from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Slide a hose clamp onto the power steering fluid reservoir end of the hose far enough to clear the molded fitting on the reservoir once the hose is
installed.
2. Install the power steering return hose into the engine compartment from the top. First, place the reservoir end of the hose onto the molded fitting
on the power steering fluid reservoir, then route the rest of the hose down the rear of the engine.
3. Expand the hose clamp and slide it onto the fluid reservoir fitting. Secure the clamp once it is past the bead formed into the fluid reservoir fitting.
4. Raise the vehicle.
CAUTION: The power steering fluid hoses must remain away from the exhaust system, vehicle components, and unfriendly surfaces that can
cause possible damage to the power steering hoses.
5. Using a lint free towel, wipe clean the open power steering hose end and the power steering fluid cooler tube.
6. Install a hose clamp onto the end of the hose far enough to clear the fitting on the steering gear or cooler once the hose is installed.
7. Slide the hose onto the end of the cooler tube. Install the hose clamp past the bead formed into the end of the cooler tube and secure in place.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Perform the POWER STEERING PUMP INITIAL OPERATION procedure.
10. Check for leaks at all hose connections.
