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    Power Steering Fluid Return Line Connection Wiggle At Steering Gear ?

    Recently while changing the oil filter on my 2004, I noticed the lower hose coming from the steering fluid cooler was loose (had some wiggle) where it connects to the steering gear. I noted this this hose connection was not a typical compression fitting (with a nut that is tightened), but appears to be a push in fitting (I’m assuming with an O-ring) with a “C” shaped hold down clamp with one bolt. Below is the hose I am referring to:

    http://www.carid.com/2004-mercury-ma...-22352730.html

    I have NO leaks at this fitting, and the steering fluid has always been full since I’ve owned the car. (currently mileage is 50k)

    Is some “wiggle” at this fitting normal?
    Should I replace this hose ?

    Thank you in advance for your replies.
    Joe

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    That's normal.
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    Normal.. just like Bob said!
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    Thank you both for the reply. Intuitively, the connections slight looseness didn't seem right, but you gents would know. Maybe the wiggle is to make up for some engine movement flexing at the joint?

    BTW, although I'm not a big contributor to the forum as far as Marauder expertise, I read every Shop Talk post, and have archived a lot of important maintenance, troubleshooting and repair information for the Marauder. I'm very confident I can tackle any Marauder problem with the forum members expertise and advice, available 24/7 !

    Thank you.
    Joe

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    Quote Originally Posted by joecool240 View Post
    Thank you both for the reply. Intuitively, the connections slight looseness didn't seem right, but you gents would know. Maybe the wiggle is to make up for some engine movement flexing at the joint?

    BTW, although I'm not a big contributor to the forum as far as Marauder expertise, I read every Shop Talk post, and have archived a lot of important maintenance, troubleshooting and repair information for the Marauder. I'm very confident I can tackle any Marauder problem with the forum members expertise and advice, available 24/7 !

    Thank you.
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    Quote Originally Posted by joecool240 View Post
    Intuitively, the connections slight looseness didn't seem right,
    First time I saw it, I thought the same as you...something was busted.
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