How long does the pressure power steering hose from the
reservoir to the power steering pump usually last?

My hose has been leaking a little from the reservoir end.
I called my parts supplier and he said there is
a TSB to remove the cheap clamp that is on there now
and pop on a sturdy O-clamps that you can tighten
with a screwdriver. My hose also seems to be weakened
and seeping where it sits on the support bracket which
is mounted on the power steering pump. Maybe due to the
heat of that support. It is leaking a little on the
components below which is a safety concern.

What is the average longevity of this hose and is it
easy to change over. Hose costs about $45.

Hope the TSB helps many.

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