Power steering on Powerstroke diesel

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ZOO72
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Hello, I am driving a 1996 Ford Powerstroke Turbo Diesel. As I was coming to park today the power steering suddenly went dead. I finished parking and opened the hood. It appears that the high pressure output line popped right out of the pressure fitting at the base of the pump/resivoir. The male and female parts of the fittings look undamaged.

Here is my question, I believe that all I need to do is loosen the first nut on the fitting and slip the hose fitting back in and tighten it down. I just don't know which way to turn the nut because it looks like one of those dual combinations that could require twisting in the opposite direction to loosen. I dont want to damage it further because it isn't mine and that puppy is tight.

Edit> Ive done some additional research and it is begining to appear that this is a larger problem than I suspected. The fitting should all be one piece on the hose side. Any input is greatly appreciated.

Any help or opinion would be great!

Thanks Zoo
Mar 19, 2007 at 1:52 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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If it is a high pressure line then you will have to replace the entire hose
Mar 19, 2007 at 7:01 PM