▶️Trailblazer Power Steering Line Repair🔧

▶️Trailblazer Power Steering Line Repair🔧. Power steering leaks are a common problem with the Chevy Trailblazer. The years this effects are 2002-2011. They always tend to leak on the high side line right next to the driver side fuse box. Chevy doesn't have any recalls that I know of with this problem. Without a recall, you would be looking at upwards of $1,000 dollars in repairs.
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[@garyunthank4672]

hey man i cut the pipe to far to the bend part towards the front of the truck fitting wont go on now

[@Nthefastlane]

I mentioned to watch out for that in the video. If it's not recoverable, you will have to replace the entire hydrolic line.

[@michaeld_68]

Nthefastlane is this 5/8 instead of 3/8 fuel line for the repair??

[@GPski]

I used 3/8 inch OD brake line , anti rust coated steel

[@GPski]

or a longer section of line with a bend in it , can be tricky..

[@stickit2theman1]

Did this exact same repair about a year ago and it's held up perfectly just gotta say thank you so much cause you saved me from YET ANOTHER headache repair on my hooptie 03 Bravada Honestly for everything I've done to it so far there was a super helpful KZbinr who already went thru the pain of figuring it out for me and I appreciate the hell out of that.

[@Scar3Cr0w0nFir3]

I actually have the same problem and have been debating on whether to replace entire system or just do exactly what you did. Have new pump and new rack installed with less then 100 miles on both. Video helped reassure my decision. Thanks!

[@kingsoulsurfer41]

I found out what you did on your video on the power steering on my Chevy Blazer and it helped out 100% exactly what you said it was leaking exactly where I repaired it and I drove it 24 hours later I tested it that day and 24 hours later I tested again no leaks it runs great thank you very much you save me a ton of money

[@davekibbey7944]

Thanks for the help. Same leak, same exact spot. Kinda tight working in there especially with all those wire bundles in the way but I managed to get it done.

[@twista0031]

I’m happy to find this video omg I swear thank you so much the first video i watched made me get air in my system and turned the wheel hard so now I need a new power steering pump really wished I watched this one first but thank you for sharing this video. It really helped me in the long run and save a lot of money.

[@chickennugget3232]

thank you sooooo much worked like a charm i tryed rubber line and clamps no go so thanks.

[@TheG985]

Worked great for me. I was able to cut out my damaged section, sand the line and install a compression fitting.

[@Brian-yx8cr]

I just did this job. It was a little difficult but with a little help from my neighbor we got it done. So far so good. It just takes a little patience

[@saeitookawa4872]

hello. i am a college student and im in an automotive tech program. im graduating with my AS and my BA next year. id like to say thank you. your videos are informative and they have helped study for my mid terms, tests, and homework as well as help me remember things that are important. the way you explain and show how to do things is very simple and quick. i reccomended your channel to all my instructors and the auto counlser we have. alot of my class mates watch your videos. so id like to say thank you and keep doin what youre doin. god bless you! :)

[@Nthefastlane]

+Saeito Okawa Hey thank you Saeito! Congratulations, you're making some big accomplishments. I'm honnored your class watches my videos. How awesome is that! Tell your Class and Instructor Nthefastlane says He hopes they all have a great New Year and whishes them great success with their careers/future careers. Thank you for taking the time to write this awesome feed back Saeito, you made my day!

[@kristenmateo9156]

Great video, my truck has been leaking for like 9 months. It's finally to the point where I'm adding fluid every week. I've been isolating the leak and it's in the same spot as yours. Hopefully I can have your success with this. Thanks for posting.

[@Nthefastlane]

I'm a little late, but I hope everything worked out well for you Kristen!

[@staceycarden2042]

THANK YOU! Was exactly what I needed to fix and this helped a lot.

[@Peacock5.7.7]

I bought an 07 fully loaded trailblazer today with this exact problem for 2k. I hope this is all I need to do to fix it!

[@neored1608]

Thanks took off the rubber thing and my steering fluid was shooting straight up towards the Hood very helpful on pinpointing my leak literally

[@Nthefastlane]

Awesome Neo, sometimes a little tip goes a long ways. 👍

[@angelosmith4605]

Nice thorough walkthrough i have the exact same problem good video!

[@detroitjunkers836]

I love you dude everything you said was true and works great on my 2003 chevy trailblazer thanks saved me alot of time and money keep up the good work.

[@Mschasz3129]

Thats definitely way better then replacing them lines !!!!

[@jackmehoff2961]

I had to fix mine last fall, as snow was fastly approaching. Only mine was the low pressure side, so I used rubber hose & hose clamps. Now, in the middle of winter, it blew out again down the line somewhere.

[@moparguy37]

mine just did this 03 TB. Line was rusted where you show but also too close to the bend so I had to cut the line near the frame. Fought like hell with clearences but also went with copper tubing so I could bend it. I tried with steel lines and they would be difficult to bend and also would kink. I think I might have it fixed. The other line doesn't look too good. You sure did save me from having to replace the complete line!!

[@phillipwieda546]

I got a loaner tubing bender and bent the new tubing to the same angle.

[@moparguy37]

@@phillipwieda546 I bent the timing bender so went with copper much easier to bend

[@nellywood9108]

Great Video My local auto zone had same exact fuel line with compression union looking at my second line in same location it wasn't leaking but decided to change also fuel line was enough to do the 2 lines just had to get some more compression unions. Thanks

[@builditben9945]

Proverbs 29:11 is so true. Thanks for that sir

[@MOISESARRIAGAM1]

My friend thank you very much you save my life to be honest $350

[@shawnbryant1755]

Thanks, exact problem and repair I needed!!

[@paulg444]

I wish I had seen this before I replaced my lines. That job was a nightmare. .. I did not see him flare the ends.

[@toddleychaos7698]

I did this yesterday and did not go as planned. Main issue was not able to fit mini pipe cutter in the front beginning start of pipe. The back I got to cut off and btw took a long time spinning around but eventually cut through. When I pulled up on the line from when did first cut it broke off in middle beginning area where was rusted so was not able to get mini pipe cutter under front are just to tight of s fit and or didn’t want to cut where the pipe curved up. So what I ended up doing is where pipe broke used 3/8 rubber nylon fuel line over the steering line held with screw down clamps. It is working fine so far no leaks. Only been a day .. fingers crossed. Also for those after doing it wheel stiff just give it a bi of time to release free or hold to right for a few seconds. Line took like 6 minutes for pump to kick in to have wheel release free. Just saying what I did because I bough all these parts and sadly things didn’t go the way I hoped. Good luck all!!! 🍻

[@fasttimestr]

Gonna try this, on the weekend, hopefully just cut out the small section that has a pin hole (same spot as the video) and not use any additional tubing

[@douglaslicause9100]

any tricks on cutting the line where there is very little room to get the cutting tool in?

[@castajc82]

While that is a good fix. It is temporary. You still have rust build up on portions of the line. I have done one of these recently and its really not that bad of a repair to replace both lines. the hardest part is fishing the two new lines in but with some patience only takes about 20 minutes to get the new lines in. I also do this for a living so it is easier for me with the right tools on hand. You really do need a lift to perform the complete line replacement with less headache though.

[@Nthefastlane]

This can be a permanent fix. It will handle all of the pressure that the power steering pump puts out. If there is any rust beyond where the line is repaired, and it's not bad, you can apply "Rust Converter", and it will neutralize the rust, and seal it. After that, the rust will no longer be active. So if it's not leaking at the time of the reapir, it won't leak later. I do agree, if you're changing out the entire line setup, you're going to need to get the vehicle up in the air. I've done a few on other vehicles, and it's definitely not easy, especially a Cadillac CTS where the power steering line is underneath the oil pan and the subframe. Even on my lift, it was not easy.

[@dragonext2001]

How do you patch the rubber section of the hose? My power steering line on my 05 envoy xuv is leaking from the rubber hose section. I dont have the money or patience to replace the whole thing. How can I atleast temporarily patch it? I tried F4 tape but it pops like a balloon. Tried hose clamping another rubber pipe on it and still it leaks. 😭

[@Redlinesixtynine]

Is that the pressure side leaking? or the return side? if it's the return could I just use high pressure 3/8" rubber fuel line and the proper clamps?

[@zaid3ssaf1]

It's the return side

[@jeffphillips7372]

Exact same leak. I did the whole line tho 😂 this looks much easier

[@ladraper7134]

Great idea. Do you know where the passenger side ground wire runs from the frame rail to the engine? I found the threaded hole on the rail but I can't see where it goes to the engine.

[@DR3W0927]

Thank you so much for making this.

[@theacceptableexceptional6025]

I attempted this repair without success. It is still leaking, albeit much slower. I did not use the steel compression fittings and if I had it to do over again, I would. The line replacement is $60 for the part from ACDELCO. I spent about the same buying all of the stuff needed for this patch. If I had it to do the entire thing over again, I’d replace the line from the start.

[@timothyfelix8879]

Alright! Since I went to school for lunch, I had to construct something other than a sub!🤤🤤🤤🤪🤪🤪!

[@MsGoodvids]

I’d really like to see the footage of you spinning the cutting tool around the line. There is barely enough room for the tool to be placed on the line much less move it in any sort of way to make the cut.. seriously very curious on how you did that.

[@Nthefastlane]

+MsGoodvids You pull up on the line as you spin it around. Don't be afraid to bend the line a little bit to position it where you need it. I mean, don't kink it, just bend it up to get the tool to rotate around the line.

[@williamjones1855]

I used a bolt cutter in the center so the crimping would not affect my new seams. I used a small pipe cutter (with no extended handle - got it from my dad RIP) where the back end was passed into the wheel well. (Note: cut the wheel hard to the right for easier access, but do this BEFORE you cut the line! Found out the hard way!). The front end was also cut easier when I moved it around for the small pipe cutter.

[@charlesjohnson-qc6hj]

Are you sure that both lines are 3/8's,,, they look a little different...??? thx...

[@charlesjohnson-qc6hj]

Never mind I got it... Thanks...😁

[@kirbycollins3223]

EXCELLENT JOB

[@keithpalte2564]

Mine was a 10mm line. On a 2008 chevy trailblazer.

[@chrism4487]

Mine is leaking right where the 2 lines go into the steering column. I believe its the high pressure seal. Can these just be replaced or does the hole line have to be swapped? 2008 TB 4.2L.

[@SEAWORM]

One side of the new connector where it attached to the old pipe is leaking. Stinks. I’m guessing it’s not sealing correctly. But I tighten it all down. Any tips?

[@danielw.4588]

how did you get those lines cleaned up so good prior to splicing the line

[@Nthefastlane]

I believe I just used some fine grit sandpaper and maybe even a little bit of WD-40.

[@alfonsomartinez9830]

Thank you for helping

[@jeffbell3819]

Thank you

[@toddleychaos7698]

One more question? Do you need to cut the pipe a little shorter then length with the small gap inside the compression fittings or is it ok to cut it the new pipe the same size as the old pipe that was cut ?

[@Nthefastlane]

You can cut the new pipe the same size as the old pipe as long as it's longer than the two fittings put together. If it's the same size or shorter than the fittings then they're going to be bumping into each other and might not seal both pieces of pipe. Rule of thumb, just cut out at least the lenght of the two connection fittings put together.

[@Nthefastlane]

You can cut it the same size. Basically once cut, you're going to butt the new pipe as close to flush with the old pipe with the fitting on,.."until it can't be pushed in any further", then you can tighten the compression fitting.

[@SchroederN8]

I just did this repair and failed miserably! 😂

[@RealMNreviews]

Do they run up to the radiator??

[@Lexxijade7]

My 09 trailblazer is leaking power steering fluid somewhere above the oil filter mainly. I'm not sure if it's leaking to or dripping to either side of the lower radiator. Could you tell me what to look for or what it could be?

[@Nthefastlane]

Hi Alexis, if you could head over to my website forum I'll be able to answer your questions better there. Go ahead and create yourself a profile. I will be able to troubleshoot it better. You can upload some pictures of where you're seeing the leak so I can get a better reference. Link: www.Nthefastlane.com/forum

[@Nthefastlane]

Just copy and paste what you wrote here as the description for your new post.

[@leighsmith1525]

That's def the return line. If you follow it to the front it goes to the cooler which just has a hose clamp holding it. All you need is a piece of 3/8 Id rubber line and hose clamps .

[@tylermolkentin5164]

Yeah I was pretty sure it's the return line as well..

[@railrider4745]

Leigh Smith u have use high press. grade. when bottom steering out pressure spikes.

[@kevinmiller6026]

was this the return line and not the High Pressure line..... mine has done the same thing, exact same spot.....

[@Nthefastlane]

+kevin miller This was the high pressure line, not the return.

[@kevinmiller6026]

AND THIS WILL HOLD ON HIGH PRESSURE SIDE

[@Nthefastlane]

Yes. The repair in the vehicle is still holding with no leaks.

[@KillerDonuts27]

kevin miller I wanted to know the same thing lol. I was told that you should not do this to a pressure line but I'm going to try. Both of mine are leaking in that spot, except for some reason I have way more stuff in the way and I don't know how to move it.

[@Nthefastlane]

@@KillerDonuts27 I have stainless steel compression fitting in my store that will guarantee no issue even more so then the brass fittings. They cost a little more.

[@johnw4985]

Interesting where you are showing the leak on the high side line next to the side fuse box. I can see the puddle of oil under my car, but its almost directly under the reservoir itself, On the passenger side ! When I first noticed the problem I had to add 1 pint of fluid, that has held but I can tell its still slightly leaking on the reservoir side.. You think its still the high pressure hose ?

[@Nthefastlane]

If it's directly under the reservoir itself, it very well could be the low pressure side. You're going to have to clean it really well and get a mirror oif some sort to visually find exactly where it's leaking at. It could possibly be a rubber hose, or the clamps to the rubber hose leaking.

[@johnw4985]

Thanks, someone else said the exact same thing to me yesterday.. The way they put it to me was " clean real good with a water hose , then take her for a drive. come back and look, she will speak"

[@sissymarylen15741a]

I'm telling everyone now if you do this your other hose will leak also. It is just as rusty as the leaking line and all the moving around you do will cause the other one to leak. Replace the whole line...way easier in the long run.

[@ahmedfadali4064]

thanks for the video, but is it possible to block hole with epoxy?

[@XboxSykocell]

Will this repair work on both lines?

[@SEAWORM]

One side keeps blowing off. I couldn’t get the nut onto the old pipe far enough. Any ideas?

[@Nthefastlane]

+NEWBURYPORT DRONES You have to sand the old tube in a circular motion to smooth it out so you can get the fittings on.

[@jandawood1234]

Did the rubber bracket still fit over the lines after you replaced the broken section?

[@Nthefastlane]

+Andrea Wood at the end of the repair with the longer fuel line it could. If you cut it a little further back towards the front of the vehicle it will fit like OEM. Basically you just want to get the rubber in between the two brass compression connectors.

[@kingsoulsurfer41]

Do you have any videos on repairing a sunroof on a Chevy Blazer 2002 Trailblazer

[@361teddy]

Where can u get the fuel line kit and fittings and the cutter

[@Nthefastlane]

I always pin a link to the products in the first comment, or in the video description of all my videos.

[@SEAWORM]

Why not replace the whole line? I have to do this myself. Want to ask the questions before hand.

[@Nthefastlane]

+CLEANMYPIPES You can but the line is a real pain in the neck. Instead of a hr repair you're looking at 4hrs or more and run the risk of stripping the nutt on the steering collum. Plus this is a lot cheaper and will last.

[@DBZLEGENDS]

High side needs to be double flaird or it will leak. The low side those fittings are ok.

[@toddleychaos7698]

Hello, I’m going to be taking on this exact same issue with my 04 Trailblazer and wanting to know if had to unscrew any bolts to loosen up lines to be able to get pipe cutter under them? My lines seem a bit stuck down but, it is winter time and has been -20 so could be reasoning. Also could I use a mini hacksaw to get through the lines if don’t have play with pipe cutter? Thanks 🍻

[@Nthefastlane]

Basically once you remove them from the boot that holds the line in you just pry it up with your fingers gently. No you are definitely going to have to use the mini pipe cutter. 2 reasons, one being the fact that the saw will make the edges rough and could possibly make them out of shape, you'll have a heck of a time getting those fittings on. Second reason is it would be next to impossible to get anything other than the pipe cutter in that tight of a spot.

[@toddleychaos7698]

Nthefastlane thank you for your response and information!

[@camilovillouta]

Hi, Thanks for the video. When I click in the part "shop the video" I can't see see the products, just white rectangles. Is there a problem in the website?

[@Nthefastlane]

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[@skrrtnation543]

Will this work on a 2008 trailblazer LT 4.2L 4wd

[@dannyk1980]

Would repairing with rubber high pressure fuel hose and clamps work on this repair as well?

[@Nthefastlane]

+AngusBoom No, power steering low pressure can reach upwards of 400 PSI and the high side upwards of 1,500 PSI and have burst up to 6,000 PSI. Fuel hose is only rated for under 50 psi.

[@railrider4745]

AngusBoom thats what im using now however when bottom out str. left or right high press. spike.

[@rusty.spires7931]

YeSir.u.The.Man...

[@bstceltics4]

Just changed my rack and when I bled air from system I had power steering then I went for a test drive and lost power steering and there's fluid in the resivior could I possibly have a stubborn air pocket?

[@Nthefastlane]

+Kenneth Prince when you change anything on the power steering, you want to turn the steering wheel completely to the right and hold it for a few seconds and then completely to the left and hold it for a few seconds. Do that several times to get the remaining air out of the system. Make sure the power steering reservoir is always topped off so you don't pull in more air if it drops too low.

[@SEAWORM]

10mm won’t fit. Now what??? I tried up/down sizes. Maybe vice grips?

[@Nthefastlane]

+CLEANMYPIPES It's a 10mm, but due to rust it swells. Mine was tuff to get on as well. Try some wd40 and wiggle the socket flush.

[@neored1608]

Lol I got sick of it and bent it back 😁

[@dannyk1980]

If the leak is on the low side will I be able to patch with fuel hose?

[@Nthefastlane]

+AngusBoom No, the highest fuel hose rating I found was around 300psi. Stock hose is usually around 50psi. Power Steering return line pressure can reach 400psi.

[@paulmendiola2310]

hi how do u repair the low side line thx

[@brentsmith9967]

is this a temp. fix, i was told compression fittings will not hold on pressure line too much pressure.

[@Nthefastlane]

You should have no issues with it holding up. If you're concerned, you can always purchase steel compression fittings, which can handle thousands of PSI.

[@Nthefastlane]

I've added the Stainless steel compression fittings to the store.

[@travjenkins1]

I'm having issues getting the pipe cutter there. Would it be crazy to use a dreemel cutoff?

[@Nthefastlane]

+travjenkins1 Just pull up on the line a bit, not going to hurt it. You could use the dremel tool but it's going to leave the line with edged and you won't be able to get the compression fittings on easily unless you sand it all down smooth.

[@KillerDonuts27]

travjenkins1 same here. I have an AC line blocking me from getting anything in there.

[@neored1608]

Just cut the pipe in the middle then you'll have access to both sides easily without having to bend the whole line to spin that pipe cutter around it.

[@michaeld_68]

Is there any type of flex hose/pipe you could use ?

[@ericconlan1708]

Michael D brake line

[@michaeld_68]

Eric Conlan thanks man .I ended up changing all that power steering Ines last week.Appreciate it though.

[@zaid3ssaf1]

Is this the high pressure line or the return line?

[@fasttimestr]

Yes I'd like to know too?

[@zaid3ssaf1]

@@fasttimestr it's the return line

[@wesfeduke4922]

@@zaid3ssaf1 I fixed the low pressure side with some rubber hose and worm clamps. I suspect you would have to use his set up for the high pressure side.

[@mnicmoreno5476]

would be easier just to buy the 2 original lines and reinstall since their was rust...obviously the steering sy stem is contaminated with water....rust is caused by water right?

[@400hpmustang]

This compression fitting fix will contain the pressure in the lines? What is the pressure 500psi? This is certainly much easier than doing the entire line, seeing that the pump is on the passenger side.

[@Nthefastlane]

This particular repair was the low pressure line. For the high pressure line you could run a flare fitting, say a double flare that are rated for upwards of 5,000+ psi depending on the type of tubing and fittings used.

[@cdanh25]

Why isn't this a recall??

[@formula112967]

Because it is not a safety concern.....only safety concerns turn into recalls. If it is not safety related, it is called a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB).....vehicle owner pays for TSB's

[@amfares7284]

🐎🐎

[@dannyscarpati7049]

Today's word of the day. Butcher

[@dennisborn1382]

That repair is a joke. No real mechanic would do such a fix. Lawsuit pending when it fails. Put in both lines new. Do it right.