Biggest problem with repalcing the power steering lines is the need to drop the fuel tank. The lines are meteric and are a bear to get in the proper diameter. The dealer gets ridiculous money for these things. If time permits, find a set of lines at junkie. Return line can be replaced with short sections of hose as needed. In fact there is a hose splice from the factory. The plastic lines from the later years are a different diameter so some hoses will need replacing. Although they don't rust, the ends split off and the do crack unexpectedly. I do not know what is worse, a small rust leak, or dumping the coolant all at once. Another money saving idea gets us again. Dennis.
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