![]() ![]() Power steering system issues usually involve pump failure, which will cause issues/failures with downstream components. The benefits of a return line filter is minimal, IMO. The tiniest air leak (even if it isn't leaking fluid) can cause the additional fluid volume to drainback and overflow. Last edited by Heartbeat Hauler 07-20-2011 at 09:07.Īdding a low-restriction filter to the return will not hurt anything, but it should be located BELOW the reservoir. After you refill the reservoir for the final time, start the truck and move the wheel back and forth, then recheck fluid level, add if needed. Also, make sure there is enough new fluid left over to refill the power steering pump when you're done.ĩ. Once clean fluid is coming out, remove the clear hose and reattach the rubber return line and spring clip. Probably more than I needed, but I wanted to get all of the old stuff out because the old fluid was really BLACK!Ĩ. NOTE: Mine took a little over 3/4 of a gallon of steering fluid. Then repeat procedures 4-6 until you see clear fluid going thru the hose. Fill the power steering reservoir with fresh power steering fluid (I used NAPA brand which is actually valvoline $12.99 a gallon on sale).ħ. IMPORTANT!! Continue doing the 1/4 wheel turn and depressing brake procedure until you hear the pump make noise (mine took 3 iterations). Slowly release the brake and re-apply and turn steering wheel again.ĥ. Then turn your steering wheel clockwise 1/4 turn, back to center, then 1/4 turn counter clockwise then back to center. Start the truck, in park, slowly depress the brake pedal as far as you can and hold it. NOTE: Make sure that you put something on the hose in the catch pan to hold the end of the hose in the pan (I used vise grips to hold it).Ĥ. Run the other end of hose to a catch pan on the floor. ![]() Remove the clip and hose, then attach a piece of clear 3/8" tubing 6.5ft long onto the fitting using a small hose clamp.ģ. It's real obvious and the only one there.Ģ. ![]() Under the hood on the driver's side next to the fire wall up high there is a rubber return line w/ a spring clip holding it on. And, once you see how simple it is and that it can be done on a regular basis may help you decide if you want to use the more expensive syn fluid or the conventioanl stuff.ġ. Here is how to do it once you decide what fluid you will use. If the power steering fluid hasn't been flushed in all those miles, you're do. Sorry - it's a 2006 2500HD with Duramax and Allison. ![]()
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