Power steering reservoir replacement

[savirc]

Hi All,

Relocated my power steering reservoir to fit the slee second batt tray and noticed the power steering reservoir is in very rough shape, burnt looking with crackled upper plastic, looks like it wants to disintegrate from the inside out. New OEM is $160 but there are some really nice aluminum aftermarket ones for much less. My question is can I just replace it with an aftermarket unit? do I have to take into account amount of oil the reservoir holds? if so how?

I imagine lots of folks are eventually going to need to replace this, its aging plastic and its already not looking good I would rather replace it now then have it spring a leak somewhere.

Thanks,

 

[whereischadjones]

Did you ever find a good aftermarket reservoir that worked for you?

 

[savirc]

Still on the search but check out this sweet thang:

 

[skadam]

Been almost a decade lol, but wondering if you were able to find a reservoir that worked? Looking to replace my lc100 ps reservoir in the next week or so

 

[terryscott621]

Just replaced mine a few weeks back. Used GM part # 92202130. Around $50 on rock auto.

Link to the thread where I saw this. Shout out to @Rhetoric

Post in thread 'Steering Flush & Cleaning'

Apr 4, 2024

I went through this thread pretty thoroughly, so if this has been covered feel free to roast me.

I found a cheaper alternative to getting a replacement reservoir for these trucks if you aren't in need of the metal bracket. I can thank an old Motorweek review segment of the 2006 Pontiac GTO for this. This reservoir is used in many vehicles so after seeing it under the hood of that GTO I dug up a P/N.

GM 92202130

I received the part yesterday and can confirm it's identical to the reservoir in our trucks. They changed the labelling on the cap to just a couple info graphics, but...

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[Mrpizza]

I also used the GM reservoir a month ago, its identical to the OEM one.

 

[skadam]

Just ordered the GM one! Thanks y'all. I was also wondering, did you guys use any aftermarket replacements for hose 44348-60240? This is the hose that goes from the pump to the reservoir.

Was planning to buy OEM, but it's around $90 for a 5/8 rubber hose that is barely a foot long

 

[Aracobuilt]

I did not know that you could use the GM power steering reservoir, good to know for the future.

 

[terryscott621]

Just ordered the GM one! Thanks y'all. I was also wondering, did you guys use any aftermarket replacements for hose 44348-60240? This is the hose that goes from the pump to the reservoir.

Was planning to buy OEM, but it's around $90 for a 5/8 rubber hose that is barely a foot long

I went with the OEM hose. For me this was the hose that was leaking and the whole reason for this job in the first place, so I splurged. From everything else I read, the OEM hose isn't necessary. 5/8" ID transmission cooler hose worked just fine for others.

 

[Mrpizza]

I did buy an OEM 44348-60240 but I can't remember where. The pump to rack hard line setup I got the one from rockauto.

 

[OEMGUY0720]

From personal experience, the cheaper aftermarket PS reservoir is identical with the EOM except the cap, the AM cap that comes with the reservoir has a little play. Just reuse your old OEM cap which is a snug fit.

 

[terryscott621]

I swapped the gasket from the GM cap onto the OEM Toyota cap. Works perfect.

 

[2000LandCruiser01]

Just replaced mine a few weeks back. Used GM part # 92202130. Around $50 on rock auto.

Link to the thread where I saw this. Shout out to @Rhetoric

Post in thread 'Steering Flush & Cleaning'

Apr 4, 2024

I went through this thread pretty thoroughly, so if this has been covered feel free to roast me.

I found a cheaper alternative to getting a replacement reservoir for these trucks if you aren't in need of the metal bracket. I can thank an old Motorweek review segment of the 2006 Pontiac GTO for this. This reservoir is used in many vehicles so after seeing it under the hood of that GTO I dug up a P/N.

GM 92202130

I received the part yesterday and can confirm it's identical to the reservoir in our trucks. They changed the labelling on the cap to just a couple info graphics, but...

• Rhetoric

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Does this GM one come with the filter in it? looks like it in the image but want to double check

 

[terryscott621]

Does this GM one come with the filter in it? looks like it in the image but want to double check

Yes

 

[y5359]

I picked up the GM reservoir and was going to go ahead and replace the hoses that attach to it while I have it apart. What is the best source for the replacement hoses currently. I have been buying most of my parts from Partsouq, or Impex but haven't purchased anything since the tariffs. They are about half the price even compared to some of the dealerships that are running 25% off sales.

 

[terryscott621]

I went OEM for the shorter hose that goes to the power steering pump and all new OEM clamps. For the longer hose that goes to the power steering rack, I bought 4 feet of this hose and cut to length. Why? Because I saw that someone else had recommended it from another thread and it worked for them. I bought all OEM parts during one of the dealership 20% off sales. My shopping list is below. This is for a 2002 LX470.

Oil Reservoir To Pump Hose, Part Number: 44348-60240 x 1
Hose Clip, Part Number: 90080-46355 x 2
Clip, Part Number: 90467-21010 x 2
Breeze Automotive, 21064 06AN (3/8″ ID) Insta-Grip Hose, 1ft. x 4