How to replace a power steering pressure hose 1999 dodge ram 1500?

Answer 1

Not to bad of a job really. You will need a turkey baster to remove the excess fluid from the reservoir to make for less leakage during replacement. Parts can be found at local auto parts dealer. Mine cost $13.99 and was exact replacement. You will need an 18mm open end wrench and I found that a 5/8's actually fit better on the other end than the mm wrench. Start with the lower end fitting as this allows the remaining fluid to drain easily into the drain pan without too much splash. Remove top fitting and replace with new hose. Fittings should be tightened to35-50 #. Fill with clean fluid and start vehicle. Turn wheels fully from side to side several times to allow fluid to get into line to remove air. Look for any leakage. Turn off vehicle and wait about 15 minutes and repeat the wheel turning process. If no leakage then you should be all set. This whole procedure took me about 20 minutes and I am just a shade tree mechanic that has never done this before. Make sure to not cross your lines. The pressure side on the gear box is below the return line, also on the pump reservoir the pressure side is closest to the bottom of the reservoir and the return side is about midways up.