Lexus RX330 High Pressure Power Steering Hose Replace and Upper Intake Removal

Lexus RX330 High Pressure Power Steering Hose Replace and Upper Intake Removal.
This job took me all day to do. It is the only way to do this job. There is no way to get in between the firewall and where the high pressure hose is mounted. This one was on a 2006 but same on other years with a 3.3L or 3.0L engine.
This video was made as a demonstration how to repair things and should not be done with out the proper training and safety equipment. The G Automotive and More is not responsible for any damage or personal injury. Please if you don't have the ability to do these demonstrations, don't try and get a professional to do it for you.

[@smrtnz5995]

Just bought a 2004 RX330 that Lexus dealership gave me a quote to fix PS leak. After watching your most excellent thorough video, I will not only gladly pay what they ask but buy the Techs lunch. You are very very good, the safety wire fix flashed me back to when I worked on KC-135 Tankers and F - 4’s back in the 70’s as an aircraft electrician.

[@GSPirosaki]

What was wrong and what was the quote?

[@GreddyReaddy]

I didn’t know we could use wire to hold the clips in, I just learned something new today, Thanks!

[@CarlRMauri]

What makes this video so great is that "G" states right at the beginning to change the spark plugs at the same time because of the intake plenum removal GREAT, and thank you!!!

[@deans2917]

I wish I would of found this video before I did my ES330 valve cover gasket/plugs. Everything was easy UNTIL the dreaded manifold brackets. Yeah it went fine ONCE I found out that the bolts were NOT all 12mm. Took me 5 hours to figure out that it was a 14mm. five min after that. Good info sir. I also loved the idea of marking the SS tool box top.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Thanks for watching

[@luisvallejos2320]

Watching this in 2022… trying to get the PS leak repaired. It looks like a good amount of work to get the hose replaced…. Thanks for the video

[@jasonlester4422]

I’ve got small hands and wrists so after looking things over I saw that I could get it without the majority of disassembly that this video show. It worked, but I’ll vouch that it would have been so much easier using his method. It took me hours to monkey out the hooked end on the driver hand side.

[@Mercedes-Guru]

OMG, I thought a friend and I could do this job in a couple hours. Ha! Thanks so much for the video. Great work.

[@amphedroxyn4251]

Taking me days lol

[@trisk_7398]

Finished this job on MOnday. Changed the valve cover gaskets, plugs, and rear ignition coils while I was there. Great video.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Thanks and thanks for watching

[@cpfb68]

THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!!! My son's 05' ES 330 has a leaking PS line. I am trying to decide to just change all the lines as the Rack was replaced 2 years ago. I may take a shot at it with the help of your video. Just thank yu for making this!!

[@33ad1]

Great video. I'm doing this job tomorrow at my shop. I'm changing the high pressure PS hose. Thank you so much for using power tools to speed up the video.

[@joeasor]

Thanks for making this video and making it easy enough for me to attempt. Those bolts behind the manifold are really unpleasant.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

This job is not fun at all. Thanks for watching

[@joeop-z2186]

Okay I've done several these RX330s in my 50 years of Automotive experience and I've never had to pull the manifold but I know it makes more room if you do I just feel it's a waste of time anyway thanks for the feedback.

[@joeop-z2186]

@Jay Santos I wear XL Gloves, so I do not have small hands, but you are right putting them back you do have to feel your way around to put the nuts back on the studs. I've learned to have patience for that because I would rather not pull the intake plenum and all the other crap along with it. Also talked to local Lexus tech and they do not pull the intake either. (although they charge a small fortune)

[@Mr-Clark]

@@joeop-z2186 I'm sure the Lexus techs can do this in their sleep. Benefits of familiarity. Anyways should the day come when the hose needs replacement again I'll try and see if I can avoid removing the intake manifold 😄

[@Jflowboston1]

I did it on my 2004 Highlander last days, very helpful video Thanks!

[@frederickevans4113]

I often use zip ties (cable ties) in much the same way when wiring harness plug clips break. Discovered a power steering leak after doing an engine swap in my wife's 1999 RX300. It is currently 28°F (-3°C) and the roads are icy. Her SUV is still at a friend's house (we live in an apartment with no garage, so doing the work at a friend's house). Hopefully nothing else holds up getting her back on the road safely 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽...

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

I use zip ties also but sometimes the safety wire is smaller and fits better

[@joeop-z2186]

Good Video, but you don't need to remove the intake plenum, I just used a flat ratchet and removed the 2 10mm nuts near the firewall and save yourself hours! The labor guide only gives you 1.9 hours to do this job which IMO is too low since to still have to remove the wiper assembly & rear panel.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

I have fought these hose out for years, its just make it so much easier to remove mainfold. Then your not bending the hose up to get it in and can route it right and get it back in to all the mounting locations. This car was really really tight, most have a little room but this one didn't. Thanks for watching

[@ibeard1375]

How much does a job like this usually cost?

[@SeezSantos]

thanks, man! this will help me out tomorrow! that safety wire trick will come in handy from now on! I usually use electrical tape

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

The safety wire won't dry out and stop sticking. Thanks for watching

[@smrtnz5995]

@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore Bingo, SS will not snap from heat or vibration. The tape leaves slime residue and attracts dirt and grime.

[@TRBall-dw3uj]

I'm doing this next week. I'm going to level up and do the rear valve cover gasket, and replace the coils and spark plugs in the rear. I have a leaking valve cover gasket also so I'm going for doing this job once! thanks for the video.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Now would be the time to do it while you have it apart. Thanks for watching

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

@Tad Palmer Yep might as well get it all done at the same time. Thanks for watching

[@Mr-Clark]

Thanks for the video. My wife's RX330 is leaking PS fluid. It was light leaks before but now it's quite a drip. I can't see from the bottom exactly where it's coming from. I bought a dye detection to see. I'm hoping it's the high pressure as your video shows and not the rack and pinion. Your video is of great help.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

There is also a hard return line that rusts out underneath. Thanks for watching

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

@Jay Santos I do believe they are reverse torx sockets

[@danaskidmore8087]

Thank you for posting this. I will be tackling this on my 2004 in a few weeks.

[@smrtnz5995]

Did you do the Power Steering hose repair and if so how did it go? I have the same job to do, want to know if it is a feasible attempt or will I die in the middle of it and have to sell this beautiful car for scrap.

[@danaskidmore_staff-dillard248]

@@smrtnz5995 Yes, I did the hose. It took several hours most of the time as disassembly. It's a tight space but I did it with the car on jackstands. After getting it back together and no leaks it was well worth doing on my own. I followed the video step by step.

[@bradpeek5799]

Pretty sure you're supposed to use ATF fluid where you put in power steering. Might be why it's whining when you steer back and forth. Thanks for taking time to film this!

[@dixiedstevenson7531]

Very well done video. Explained everything to the T. Keep it up.

[@notme22]

Good job!! Might as well do the timing BELT while you’re in there. I can’t believe they still used timing belts in these.

[@yeliab67]

I replaced those back spark plugs blind by removing the throttle body and reaching around with both hands and using various extensions to take the coils and spark plugs out. In don't recommend but it is possible.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Yes I have done that also. The ones that had plug wires were easier to do that the ones that you had to unbolt the coils. Still a pain to do. Thanks for watching

[@cesarfajardo3222]

Perfect tankio for video

[@erickang7187]

Thanks a lot that I can repair my hose ^^

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Thanks for watching

[@Kendkend]

Just did the plugs/coils and pcv last week. Noticed another leak from ps hose so going to tackle this p/s hose job next weekend now. Thanks for the video. Gives me an idea of where to begin. Btw,I heard of people not putting any of the intake mounting bolts on the brackets so it's much easier to remove next time. I left one off as well the last time

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

I try to put all the bolts back in. There are there for some reason. I have had other say that you don't need to remove the upper manifold but I see no other way to do it. Its so tight in there. Well good luck. Thanks for watching

[@bibekbhattachan1567]

Is it the same for Toyota Camry 3.5 2007? I don’t find any videos specifically for Camry 3.5. Can you recommend one?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

I do not know, have not done one yet.

[@713exotics2]

Hes right about gear wrenches makes a bolt that may take you 30 minutes to get out just because of the position its in take 30seconds

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

I have no idea how I worked on cars before I them. Great tools. Thanks for watching

[@LilianaforJesus]

I had to do this exact job but on a Lexus RX 300, 1999. Because the hose was not adequately secured by the last owner it was robbed against a bolt on the side wall making it leak like crazy. I did not remove the manifold and was able to undo the nut and bolt from the top after removing the air intake boxes. As suggested by the author of this video DO put back all connectors and bolts and secure the hose assembly, there is a reason why they secure hoses. Under my car, there is so much mess and leaked steering wheel oil everywhere that it's just crazy. This Is after I replaced the rack and pinion/steering wheel oil pump/belt and when it still leaked I knew what was left was this here hose assembly. I have a question if anyone could help. If the oil sensor at the steering pump worked properly why wasn't the computer letting me know that the oil is low or that I have a problem in the system? Does it mean that I need to replace the sensor? How do I find out if the sensor works? Thank you for all your help.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

That sensor is to let the computer know if you are steering the car to keep the idle speed up for when you are parting the car so it will not stall. Thanks for watching

[@evianway]

great thanks

[@zerkfn8501]

Great job...No really great job

[@BenjaminMaeidua]

Hi, i was replacing 2 steering pump but still hard to turn. Its a harrier Lexus, 1mz model-mcu30, any advice?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

I do not know

[@HyunKoo-vp3zh]

I am in los angeles , ca

[@jirojosephesman8175]

Great video ..is it the same as my sienna 2000 let..be blessed

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Yes its the same, but once you remove manifold there might be more room to work. Thanks for watching

[@ro6721]

Nice Job.Video was good.Those vehicles engine bays are tight.I have a question about after the install.my high pressure power steering line was made in a hydraulic shop instead of buying a new one from toyota for around 400(I own a 04 sienna). Have you ever had a problem with the pump whining after the install?also, it constantly whines at slow acceleration in drive.I create the same noise in other gears (park neutral reverse) with a little acceleration and turning the wheel at the same time.)You also hear the pump in park very slightly after driving for a hour.noises do not get any different after driving. Have you ever experienced this before?thanks in advance. Ryan

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

No I have not. You could still have air traped in system or possibly pump starting to go bad. Try turning steering wheel all the way, both ways, back and forth with engine off this sometimes help purge the air out. Thanks for watching

[@Mercedes-Guru]

Make sure the whine is not the AC compressor. The RX330 I have to work on has a very noisy AC compressor. Turn the compressor off JIC it is the source of the noise.

[@victorakukwuakukwu1966]

My is having same problem now

[@toddbrown2283]

I need instructions to change power steering pressure sensor on 04 lexus rx 330 please

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

The switch is in the high presure hose a couple inches away from the power steering pump. It just unscrews. Thanks for watching

[@brettlarsen6111]

I can't find any videos on doing this fix on a 1999 rx300, is it pretty similar or completely different

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Its the same. Thanks for watching

[@romanlopatynski8456]

My engine has sounds the exact same sound when it idles. Is that normal for this vehicle?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

I would have your mechanic look at it just to be sure. Thanks for watching

[@HyunKoo-vp3zh]

can I get your shop's location ? I need to get exactly same work done to my 2004 RX330. just can not find good & honest shop or mechanic near me.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

I am in northern Virginia.

[@joepepper3643]

Hi question here what brand of line did you use and how much did you spend?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Get a dealer hose, if fits! I do not remember the price. But was not cheap.

[@Miguelhernandez-ku3cc]

What a big job that was! How many hours do you think it will take a weekend mechanic working of jack stands?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

All weekend. Thanks for watching

[@jimmycruz3869]

How long is it takes you to get the job done?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Some people say not to remove the manifold and it takes them 2 hours. I remove the manifold and it take me 4 hours.

[@rosalindaestrada5314]

How you know you need the High pressure power hose replace ?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

When you turn the wheel a stream of fluid would spray out. Thanks for watching

[@HyunKoo-vp3zh]

anyone who has done this job , let's talk.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

The video goes over it pretty well.

[@jeffreypaull6377]

Is the high pressure hose on the RX330 the same as a RX350. I can't find anything on the RX350

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Not sure but I bet it routes the same way. Thanks for watching.

[@27seventygaming7]

@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore Yes it look as though it does. Trying to find this hose to purchase on the internet is turning into a bloody nightmare. I can't find it anywhere. Everytime I think I've found it it turns out to be the hose for the RX330

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

@@27seventygaming7 I would bite the bullet and buy a dealer one. It will fit and be bent perfectly. Will be a lot easier to put in.

[@fireangel867]

No no no, DO NOT REMOVE THE MANIFOLD AND ALL THIS STUFF! I replaced the high pressure line in about an hour and a half. You can get to the top mounting bolts without removing the manifold. Then there is a mount near the driver’s side connection you can get to from below. Disconnect the two main end connections, get soaked with steering fluid, and then feed it out from between the engine and fire wall through the passenger side wheel well. Then feed the new line in via the same manner. Reconnect and flush...DONE! I could do one in about an hour now that I’ve done it once.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

For some reason this car had NO room to get the bolts off the back of the manifold. I have done them with out removing the manifold but this one I could not. But when you do this way it far less frustrating and the hose goes in so much easier instead of fighting the whole way.

[@fireangel867]

I didn’t see that before, my apologies. 👍🏻

[@frederickevans4113]

Maybe take a page out of GM's book. Doing the spark plugs on a GM V6 car with the engine mounted transversely like this, online recommendations suggested disconnecting the dog bones and tilting the engine towards the radiator. I did as suggested and used a ratcheting tie-down strap to pull the GM V6 towards the radiator. I have to fix a power steering leak on my wife's RX300 and I think I will try pulling the engine an inch towards the radiator similarly. I just completed an engine swap and I am NOT looking forward to taking apart stuff which I only just finished putting back together 🤔 (again).

[@Ausava777]

What are exactly tools you need?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

All of them.

[@Ausava777]

@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore looks like it ha. Maaaan that’s alot to take off. I’m a rookie

[@AK-IT]

What brand is that Pressure Hose?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

It was a dealer hose. They fit so much better and easier to install because all the bends are better. Thanks for watching

[@AK-IT]

@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore Thanks for the information. My Toyota Dealer Pressure Hose is $700. Is that a common price for this part form the Dealer?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

@@AK-IT I have not idea, I do not do the pricing here. Sorry

[@AK-IT]

@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore Understood. Thank you for your time.

[@ungabungadude]

I can do this & the plugs w/out removing the intake manifold.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

You can not. Unless you only want the change the front 3 plugs. Thanks for watching

[@reyconcepcion134]

No need to take the manifold

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Like I said before this one had no room back there to get the hose out. I have been able to do this with out removing the manifold on other ones but for some reason this one had absolutely no room to get it out.

[@seansurfn2]

good god that car's in horrible shape.