Ford Ranger Maintaince And Repair Manual page 951

If a leak occurs between the tubing and the tube nut, replace the hose assembly. If a leak occurs between the
tube nut and the pump outlet replace the plastic washer.
1. Check the fitting to determine whether the leak is between the tube and tube nut or between the tube
nut and pump outlet.
2. If the leak is between the tube nut and pump outlet check to be sure the nut is tightened to 30−40 ft.
lbs. Do not overtighten this nut.
3. If the leak continues or if the leak is between the tube and tube nut, remove the line.
4. Unscrew the tube nut and inspect the plastic seal washer. Replace the plastic seal washer when the
line is removed.
5. To aid in the assembly of the new plastic seal washer, a tapered shaft may be required to stretch the
washer so that it may be slipped over the tube nut threads.
6. If the rubber O−ring is damaged it cannot be serviced and the hose assembly will have to be replaced.
7. Connect the tube nut and torque to 30−40 ft. lbs.
The quick connect fitting may disengage if not fully assembled, if the snapring is missing or if the tube nut or
hose end is not machined properly. If the fitting disengages replace the hose assembly. The fitting is fully
engaged when the hose will not pull out. To test for positive engagement the system should be properly filled,
the engine started and the steering wheel turned from stop to stop.
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