Replacing the Return Hose

Replacing the return hose

Note! As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and / or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Removing the return hose




Install lock grip pliers on the feeder hose.





Remove:
- the Oetiker clamp
- the hose from the fluid reservoir
- the tie strap
- the clips (3x) for the cable harness.




Raise the car

Remove:
- the splash guard under the engine
- the tie strap around the pipe where the return hose meets the pressure hose
- the heat deflector plate over the steering gear
- the clip on the pipe over the steering gear.

Remove:
- the three-way catalytic converter (TWC) mounting member
- the SIPS (side impact protection system ) member.
Pull out the heat deflector plate over the three-way catalytic converter (TWC) as far back as possible.





Remove:
- Screw for the clamp on the sub-frame (does not apply to AWD).




Remove the pipe coupling at the steering gear.
Pull the pipe/hose towards the right wheel arch until the end with the nipple can be pulled forward.
Remove the hose.

Note! Make a note of the routing of the hose.

Installing the return hose
Route the hose through the engine compartment.
Pull the pipe/hose towards the right wheel arch until the end with the nipple can be slid backwards to the correct position.
Thread the nipple into the steering gear (use a new O-ring).

Install:
- the clip on the pipe over the steering gear
- the tie strap around the pipe where the return hose meets the pressure hose
- the screw for the clamp on the sub-frame (does not apply to AWD).
Tighten the nipple in the steering gear. Tighten to 25 Nm.

Install:
- the heat deflector plate over the steering gear
- the splash guard under the engine
- the three-way catalytic converter (TWC) mounting member
- the SIPS (side impact protection system ) member.
Lower the car.

Install:
- hose on the fluid reservoir (Use a new Oetiker clamp)
- the clips (3x) for the cable harness
- the tie strap by the torque rod mounting.

Finishing




Top up the oil level in the servo reservoir. Bleed the system.
For the correct oil quality, see the specifications.

Warning! Avoid skin contact with the oil.

Repeatedly turn the steering wheel to full lock. Top up the oil if necessary.
Lower the car.
Apply the parking brake. Start the engine.
- A Turn the steering wheel slowly to the right. Hold on full lock for 2 seconds
- B Turn the steering wheel slowly to the left. Hold on full lock for 2 seconds.
Repeat operations A and B approximately 10 times.