Power steering hose replacement, high pressure hose, Nissan Maxima - VOTD 

Thanks again Robert DIY I took my pops and I about 3 hours with lunch. Taking the air cleaner off helped to see and maneuver the hose out and the most difficult part was bolting the top bracket as the space between the firewall made it tricky to get it on. Outside of that, my car and my pocket book really appreciated the DIY instruction. We owe you a beer!

Possibly the most comprehensive car part replacement video I have ever watched. Excellent visuals and commentary. Well done.

Glad you found the video. The people on the Maxima forum were NOT helpful at all so I had to go at it in the dark. So many of them were so mean that I did not post a link to this on the site.

Replaced my line today. After taking almost all day here is some tips that might work: Remove Airflow pipe that is connected to the air filter, remove the black hose connected to the engine by a clamp (radiator fluid), This gives you complete access to the power steering line bracket, and connection from above the car. Eliminating how much time you may have to spend under the car.

Pep Boys was going to charge me $500+ in parts and labor for this. I'm fairly hand and change brakes, alternators, etc. and am really glad I found your video.

Very informative and detailed, thanks for putting this out here to help us maxima owners with leaky power steaking hoses that dont want to get gouged by shops!

If you are going to change your own P.S. hose, THIS is the video to watch. Two things I think will help is to understand the routing of this hose, and do a dry run to recognize the parts in the video. Simple but tedious after that. The routing of this hose is shaped like a roller coaster. From the 24mm bolt under the car it goes UP the back of the motor to the 12mm manifold bracket, then DOWN to the center/bottom bracket on the backside of the engine and then OVER to the drivers side steering box. You can only see it from under the car. Once you watch the video and get under the car it all makes sense. Something else that makes this job a LOT easier is to remove the plastic/rubber intake boot that is clamped on between the air filter box and manifold. You can put your arm WAY down between the engine and firewall to access the hose brackets behind the engine. It makes seeing and routing the hose 100 percent easier too. Great video Robert.. Love the way you pronounce hose,,, "heouz"...

This is really helpful. Thanks for taking the time to put this video together!

Thank you sir for taking the time and explaining every detail. It is help like this that saves Americans hundreds or thousands

Robert, I did the same job today. I did not watch this vidio until the job was complete. It is my opinion you did a fine job explaining every aspect of the procedures. I did the job on a Nissan Quest. The only difference between the two is that you cannot see or access the bracket holding the hose from above. Removing and reinstalling this bracket is next to impossible. Fortunately I am a slim man with long arms so this allowed me to get the parts out and back in. Thanks for what you are doing.

Thanks for the tips and for watching.

Great Job Robert. Appreciate the detail and was able to complete quicker because of your video.

Thank you for this video! I was trying to help my neighbor for the last few hours and we just couldn't get it seated right. The tips on feeding it from the top, making sure the o ring is on the end piece that screws in, and that there is the washer/ gaskets that go on the opposite end on the passenger side where the tips that we were missing. We got it done record time thanks again.

Robert thank you for the very helpful information. It really saved me lots of $$$$. Thank you. I have only one thing that I believe would make this video even better, Using a screw driver as a pointer to point out exactly the bolts and or screws and or clamps to look for when proceeding. I enjoyed the video and it was very very helpful. Thank you once again and keep up the good work

You are very good at what you do and your videos are great and full of the information needed

Thanks! Just enough info to steer me in the right direction. Job done.

Excellent video...very helpful! Thanks for sharing knowledge.

Robert. Thanks for these postings. You are very clear and descriptive for everything from the tools to the process. Wish you had a Nissan Quest though as apparently Nissan made some changes one engine to the other. My husband is trying to do a replacement of the High pressure Power steering hose.

Yeah thanks partner! it was the residue that had settled all over the place all seems Good now! thank you for sharing.

Glad I found this I'm attempting this job tomorrow! Thanks for the info sir!

Thanks for making this video! Have a Merry Christmas!

this video is a massive help one you study the car and figure out where everything is

Nissan wanted to charge me $250 for labor + another $250 for the hose. Your video will save me the labor and I found an aftermarket hose for $140 with a lifetime warranty. good day indeed.

Thank You for the huge time saving information short & to the point. Great upload Robert

Robert, I have a 2005 Quest, the set-up looks very similar only less room to work. I'm sure it is going to be a real PITA. I would like to thank you for making this video, it really helps knowing what you are going to be getting into before you start. I have always thought about making these types of videos but it seems like I never have the time or the patients, and again I don't know how G rated it would be either. If I notice anything different doing a 2005 Quest I will report back. Again SUPER job on the video and many thanks!

Thank You! I found it helpful.

Excellent video. Thank you.

Excellent video thank you for sharing!!!!!

Thank you for that great information Ready two handle that job

Very helpful! Thank you!

Nice job, thank you for the thorough presentation!

great video wish I could see how some things where done but all in all great video

Good job 👍

Another tip: I used a RUBBER BAND to hold the bolt and washers on the banjo. After getting the bolt and washer on banjo, wrap a rubber band around the bolt and the metal stud. This held the washer in place and allowed me to manipulate the hose enough to get the nut in place and hand threaded. I spent a good amount of time trying to get the bolt seeded with the washer using only one hand with access from underneath the car. As soon as I used the rubber band it only took a few minutes.

Thanks Cleveland!

Your Tutorial Really helped!!! Im saving 600 bucks by doing it myself. Maximas have very limited working space.

Thanks you.. This is very helpful..

Thank you very much

thanks to your video I'm aware and in need of a 24mm before starting this project. Thanks RobertyDIY

Good. Keep the fluid topped off.

Good job bro thank you

extremely useful video I like and sub

Great videi. Very helpful

very helpfull thank you.

Thanks for this - it's been very helpful! (I'm part way through right now) I'm having a heck of a time getting at the bracket you talk about at 4:22. The new hose has a new bracket, so it would be nice if I could get the whole thing out, but my hands are quite big which is making things tough...

Your the freaking man.. I don't think i'm doing this one doe...

I just did this work with the help of this video (2002 Nissan Altima 3.5). It took 4+ hours. I did the driver's side from the top (remove the rubber air intake from the air filter to the exhaust manifold), the passenger side from the bottom and wheel well. Getting the old hose out, sliding the new hose in (from the driver's side top), and reconnecting the driver's side wasn't that bad. Reconnecting the passenger side of the hose SUCKED, however. I left the old top bracket attached to the exhaust manifold because the old 10mm bolt attaching the hose was missing, but the new 10mm bolt/screw to reattach to the bracket was damn near impossible to get in and tighten. Also, the new hose would just NOT line up with the power steering pump connection (with the 24mm bolt) while trying to hold two copper washers in place - all with one hand. Getting both of your hands in there is impossible. (It took two right hands - my son helped out). More tips from my rookie experience: 1) Have a 17mm wrench on hand to separate the pressure sensor from the hose AFTER you pull the old hose out (forget about disconnecting it in that tight space). 2) Don't try this job without a really long, snake-like funnel ready for the passenger side. Regular funnels can't get into the tight spaces and the fluid runs everywhere. 3) Get a good metric ratchet wrench set for tight spaced jobs like this one. A long 10mm (and perhaps a 24mm?) ratchet wrench would've been really helpful. 4) Have a helper to give you a 2nd right hand on hand? :)

Yes that is to much. I believe my friend ended up getting his line for something like $45 or $65. The retail cost was about $115. You can get a new hose from the dealer, a new hose from an after market store, or you can also remove the hose and have it rebuild at a hydraulic shop. My opinion is that it is always best to get the OEM hose. However, at the rate they are failing, there may be better options. You can check other dealers around the country, they will ship the part to you.

It may be the pump they sold you. Does the steering feel bad or is it only the noise?

Thank you! I truly appreciate what you are doing!

thanks

Once you get the level right the bubbles should go away with just a little bit of use. You may have a damaged pump or rack.

My O-ring kit came with two washers and two O-rings a big one and a small one but my original banjo bolt only had two washers on it no ring. So does my 05 Altima not need a oring on the banjo bolt? And also out of the two o rings I got in the kit, which goes on the driver side end? Or do both?

No, it will bleed itself real fast. Just check the fluid level after you drive it a little.

i would say this video is not for beginners that don't know vehicle components etc but its good info if you got some experience

I can put everything where it needs to go but I can seem to tighten the 14 mm line into the steering rack I can get it tight but not tight enough where it won't leak and all I can fit in there is a 14mm wrench is there some other tool or something i can use to get it more tight

Hi Robert, great video, congrats. I have one question for you. How many e-psf bottle(s) to replace entire fluid for steering wheel?

I have the same problem on 2002 Nissan Maxima. James Moses Jr

Any tips for getting off that 24mm? I tried from the passenger side near the wheel well and can get a socket onto it, but no room to turn anywhere. And i dont have a air ratchet

There could be a problem with the pump or rack. If you were running it low it may have been damaged.

Robert, does the end that goes onto the power steering pump get two copper washers.? One on the pump side and one under the bolt head?

I have a 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 s coupe and everyone is tells me my power steering pump is out. It makes a loud vacuum noise kind of , it does effect my car it passed smog and everything I just really hate that noise. My steering wheel is not stiff at all but when I turn my wheel left or right the noise get liter or stops , I want to know if you could help me out is you think it's the pump or hose because the steering on the car is fine

H.P.P.S.Hose: I need to change my hi pressure hose going to the P.S. Pump 00 Camry Solara. I am sure you have changed one. Did you remove the hose by pulling it up through the top? Was there any thing to move or anything that hindered you from pulling the hose through the top?

No, same place I got the hose I used.

I'm in an 06 Maxima sl. I have a leaking problem, but I noticed in the reservoir on the bottom right third of the cup, there is a tiny space like it separated. I didn't know if that was just a little strainer kind of thing so nothing harmful gets in or if that was actually broken. It wasn't leaking too bad. I would go through maybe a quarter every week and a half, but starting today I had to fill it up twice! Any info you have would be great. Maybe if you could look in your reservoir and such? I'd appreciate it, but great video. If it is indeed the high pressure hose, then I will definitely use this video as a guide. Thanks again.

i replace mines but for used hose, but after replace tge steering feels little hard/heavy and when start the car and turn the stereing to the left or right feels a little vibration and noise sound (only the first time) then dissapears. any recomendation?

The easiest ps pressure hose you'll ever replace is on a Chevy pickup...having said that, imports with rack and pinion steering is always a challenge, dang hose starts at the pump and travels back to the rack...once I opened the hood and couldn't even see the hose, I knew I was in for a challenge....good video just the same, I'll take off the intake hose as one commentor suggested and see what this hose is about that has radiator fluid running thur it that you didn't remove.

Having spent a fair amount of time under the car and limited to only using one hand due to space limitations I am wondering if the entire project can be completed from above the car. Instead of putting the car on ramps, access to the banjo might be easier by just jacking the passenger side up, and removing the tire. This may give the necessary room needed to work with both hands and the needed space for the wrench or socket.

do I have to put the bottom screw in first because I'm having problems I did the driver side first

I have a slow leak in my hph and i notice that might steering has become stiff can this be the cause if so im going to follow ur steps to relace this weekend

Hey robert I'm having to much trouble with the 14mm trying to loosen I got it loose but still hasn't come out

I replaced one line on my Nissan Maxima. That was a very difficult job. I couldn’t get my hands in there. Such a very close space. I did all that only to see it still leaks from the other hose. I almost wonder if it would be easier to pull the engine.

How much does take to get my new power Steering hose to put it on my 2002 Maxima?. James Moses Jr

It would help if u told about how long it took you to do the job.hut i liked it .keep up the good job

Alright , my power steering fluid on my 2005 Altima is real low, the auto parts guy says that dexron 3 atf will work. Do you know if this is correct?

Actually the lack of fluid does. If you run it with low fluid level, it can and will damage the rack, then it gets real expensive.

Naaah I just decided to wait another day and start over. thanks for asking

hey robert i did this job myslef thx for the info, i had one problem tho, i couldn't figure out how to get that rubber gromnet with the metail hook back on the line at the bottom, it seems fine without it, is it a big deal ? should i get help to put it back on?

Seems all I need is a bit of patience for this diy fix. I'll be spending a few hours doing this today. I'll keep my tablet handy for reference. I did see another video where the tech showed where it was leaking on that high pressure hose. Out of curiosity, was it leaking from the crimp under the heat shroud? Great video Robert. Thank you!

Hello Robert, quick question just wondering hoow long did the project to change the hose took you?

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well i didnt buy the manufactor high pressure hose and ps pump. i got the duralast version from autozone. could this be an issue?

I got the same car what type of fluid you use? Thanks

Is this the same replacement in a 2001 Infiniti i30

Where did you purchase the hose

donde vive usted? yo tengo ese problema con mi carro....quiero saber cuanto cuesta el arreglo.gracias.

Nissan wull charge between $650-$750 depending your engine. I have a 3.5 Altima and it was over $700.

I have a problems with my Nissan Altima 2007. I HAD A LEAK on the pressures hose and we put a new one on. but now it take 30 mines. before the noise to stop. And we did not put the bracket back on the hose . Can you tell me what is wrong plz.

Are you near the SF Bay area? I have 2005 nissan quest with powers streering leak and need help. I can pay cash located in Concord Ca.

do we need to bleed the air out of the ps pump after this? if so how?

Coming soon a clearly understanding video. So you won't be wondering what is this no more... Peace from M.I.A..

The bolt on 2:50 which way does it spin in order to get it out, bcuz im spinning mine to the left and it is tight as hell it wont come out

I had my steering pump and high pressure line hose replaced on an 08 maxima now its making a groaning nouse idle and turning. The lines are tight, fluid is fine, and everything so why is his noise be

Its the power steeting pump. When I opened thr resivour I saw bubbles. How can I get the air out of it

I AM HAVING A FIT WITH TRYING TO REPAIR A LEAKING POWER STEERING HOSE ON MY 2007 NISSAN MAXIMA -- HAVE NO LUCK STOPPING LEAK -- COULD THE LEAK BE COMING FROM THE PUMP ITSELF -- PLEASE RESPOND ASAP! PAUL

WoW! No wonder they charge so much to fix this!

should I replace the return also???

i just found out that my high pressure power steering line needs to be replaced. They say its going to be $687 not even including labor. Does that seem too much? Bcuz i just looked on ebay and a new line is only about $100

HI, I HAVE A 2004 NISSAN MAXIMA AND ITS LEAKING BAD POWER STEERING FLUID..IS IT THE HIGH PRESSURE HOSE? I DON'T KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT CARS LOL

How long does this process take