After replacing the power steer hose, do I need to flush the power steering?

2007 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
130,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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MARY MAY
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I just changed my power steering pressure hose and didn't know if I should flush the lines. If so, how do I do that?
Mar 5, 2023 at 7:40 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

It really isn't required. Chances are most of the old fluid was lost and replaced when doing the job.

On the other hand, it isn't a bad idea. You will get the remaining old, dirty fluid out of the system. Take a look at this link and let me know if you have questions or if there is anything I can do to help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/power-steering-fluid-flush

Take care,

Joe

Mar 5, 2023 at 10:16 PM