? changing power steering hoses
 

I just have a question about changing the power steering reservoir and hoses I know the hoses have clamps at the reservoir, but 1 hose has a quick release clip ,do I need a special tool for that or I should be able to just pull back on the clip with my fingers?

I think you are talking about the spring style hose clamps. You can use pliers, but they make a special tool that works well.


http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000F5JM0O

yeah the hose has a plastic piece that you slide up and compresses the metal tabs so you can get the hose off.

The tool I posted is for this style. Mine doesn't have a sliding plastic part...

heres a pic of my new hose.

I have not seen one of those before. Sorry.

Sometimes the spring clamps come with a plastic holder that holds them open so it doesn't deform the hose before it is installed. Do you think that is what this does?

The special tool is available on Amazon. I posted a picture on some previous posts.

This thing? It's new to me.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009VI9P62

k thanks guys for the info. looks like I might get away with a couple of flat screw drivers also .has anyone tried that?

Yep



Since I normally save money by doing it myself, I normally go and buy the right tool to do the repair. My dad who was an ASE cerftified mechanic taught me this very important lesson.