Where are the high pressure fittings on a hyrdoboost?

You can also use the old pressure hose fittings and the new fittings off the hydroboost and then have custom high pressure hoses made for a more factory look. Setting up the hoses is quite easy. The high pressure outlet from the power steering pump goes to the larger of the two pressure fittings on the hydroboost.

Can a bad hose cause a Hydro boost to fail?

If any single hose is bad, the others are likely ready to fail. Not all hose defects can be detected from outward inspection because they usually fail from the inside out. Deteriorated hoses produce debris, which will damage all parts of the system, including the hydro-boost unit. 5. Flush the System

Can you use old power steering hoses on hyrdoboost?

A few adapter fittings from the late model high pressure lines to the old car power steering pumps and boxes and your set. You can also use the old pressure hose fittings and the new fittings off the hydroboost and then have custom high pressure hoses made for a more factory look. Setting up the hoses is quite easy.

Do you have to bleed the Hydro Boost?

Connect all power steering hydraulic lines (fluid pressure, steering gear and return) to the Hydro-Boost. NOTE: Whenever the Hydro-Boost is removed the power steering system must be bled. Use only the Power Steering Fluid specified by the vehicle manufacturer in the power steering reservoir.

What happens if a Hydro Boost hose fails?

If any one hose is bad the others are likely to also be ready to fail. Not all hose defects can be detected from outward inspection since they usually fail from the inside out. Deteriorated hoses produce debris which will damage all parts of the system, including the Hydro-Boost unit. If a unit is damaged by such debris the warranty is void.

How does a Hydro-Boost Power Assist system work?

The sinking of the pedal when the engine was started is a result of the power chamber being pressurized. Once the power steering system is at full pressure, it results in the pedal pushing back against your foot pressure. The hydro-boost requires a constant source of pressurized power steering fluid for proper operation.

What to do if your Hydro boost unit is leaking?

If a leaking or soft, spongy hose is found, replace all hoses. If any one hose is bad the others are likely to also be ready to fail. Not all hose defects can be detected from outward inspection since they usually fail from the inside out. Deteriorated hoses produce debris which will damage all parts of the system, including the Hydro-Boost unit.