Power Steering Line/Hose: Service and Repair

Return hose, replacing

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.




Disconnect the hose from the reservoir.




Raise the car
Remove the splash guard from under the engine.
Disconnect steering gear.

Remove:
- the three-way catalytic converter (TWC) mounting member
- the SIPS (side impact protection system) member
- the heat deflector plate over the steering gear




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

Note! For tightening torques, see: Tightening torque [1][2]Specifications.

Pull the hose up through the engine compartment.
Press the pipe/hose towards the right-hand wheel arch until the pipe can be reinstalled in the steering gear without damaging the O-ring.
Install screw (M8).

Note! Use a new O-ring.

Install:
- the heat deflector plate over the steering gear. Tighten. See: Tightening torque [1][2]Specifications.
- the three-way catalytic converter (TWC) mounting member (M10)
- the SIPS (side impact protection system) member (M8)
- the splash guard under the engine (M8).
Tighten the steering gear (M10). See: Tightening torque [1][2]Specifications.
Lower the vehicle.
Install the hose on the oil reservoir.

Finishing





Warning! Avoid skin contact with the oil.

Note! Use Volvo power steering fluid, P/N 1161529 to ensure the correct oil quality.

Fill the servo reservoir with oil. Bleed the system.
Repeatedly turn the steering wheel to full lock. Top up the oil if necessary.
Lower the vehicle.
Apply the parking brake. Start the engine.
- A Turn the steering wheel slowly to the right, keep it at the limit position for two seconds.
- B Turn the steering wheel slowly to the left, keep it at the limit position for two seconds.
Repeat steps A and B ten times.