Disconnecting power steering return line

1999 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER
190,000 MILES • 3.3L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DBIZZLE
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i don't know how to disconnect the return line from the old power steering pump.the other lines i disconnected from the pump, but this one i can't seem to figure out where and how i am supposed to disconnect it from the back of the pump.
Nov 7, 2019 at 4:49 AM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

Have you tried using a flare nut wrench or "cooler line" wrench on it? These are designed for taking off hoses with compression fittings like a power steering hose. Please get back to us with how everything turns out please. We can go from there, if we need to.

Thanks,
Alex
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