Taurus X FWD V6-3.5L (2008)
Removal and Installation
CAUTION: While repairing the power steering system, care should be taken to prevent the entry of foreign material or failure of the power
steering components may occur.
CAUTION: Do not allow power steering fluid to contact the engine accessory drive belt or failure of the belt may occur.
1. Remove the power steering pump.
2. Remove the power steering pressure line bracket-to-rear engine bolt.
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To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-inch).
3. Disconnect the power steering pressure switch electrical connector from the power steering pressure line.
4. Remove the power steering pressure line bracket-to-valve cover stud nut.
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To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-inch).
5. Remove the power steering pressure line bracket-to-steering gear bolt.
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To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
6. Remove the power steering line clamp plate bolt.
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Rotate the clamp plate and disconnect the power steering pressure line from the steering gear.
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To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
