Power Steering Pipe Component Removal/Installation

NOTE:

• The pressure pipe and return pipe are integrated with the power steering pipe component. Therefore, if any one of the pipes has a malfunction, replace the power steering pipe component.

1. Remove the front mudguard (RH). (See MUDGUARD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Remove the splash shield and aerodynamic under cover as a single unit. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Remove the connecting bolt (pump side) from the electric power steering oil pump and disconnect the return hose from the power steering pipe component (return pipe).
   Fig 1: Return Hose Connecting Bolt With Torque Specification

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   NOTE:

   • Drain the power steering fluid.
4. Remove the nut shown in the figure.
   Fig 2: Power Steering Pipe Component Nut With Torque Specification

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5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 3: Power Steering Fluid Line Components With Torque Specification

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PART DESCRIPTION

1	Bolt
2	Connecting bolt (steering gear side)
3	Hose clips
4	Power steering pipe component