Section 11-02A: Steering Pump, Power, C-II | 1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty and Bronco Workshop Manual |
The quick disconnect power steering fitting may disengage if not fully assembled, if the snap ring is missing or if the tube nut or the hose end is not machined properly.
If the fitting disengages, replace the hose and tube nut assembly.The fitting is fully engaged only 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 (3600) cycled from stop to stop. Service hose assemblies have tube nuts, snap rings and O-rings already attached. Refer to Fluid Leaks in the Service Procedures portion of Section 11-00 for leakage checks.