Preliminary ProceduresPlace drain pans under the vehicle.Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer toIntake Manifold Cover Replacement.Remove as much power steering fluid from the upper power steering fluid reservoiras possible.Raise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the Vehicle. | |
1 | Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Procedure After the power steering gear inlet hose fittings are started, tighten both fittingsto the specification given. Caution:Refer toFastener Caution. Tighten34-Y (25-lb-ft) |
2 | Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose O-ring Seal (Qty:-2) ProcedureInstall NEW power steering gear inlet hose O-ring seals.Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer toPower Steering System Bleeding.Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle. |
General Description
The rear suspension system on this vehicle is of theindependent link type. The rear suspension system performs thefollowing functions:Maintains the relationship of the rear axle to thebodyControls the torque reaction on acceleration andbrakingThe rear coil springs are retained between the spring sea ...