Parts for your 2000 Daihatsu Gran move-Power steering hose

2000 Daihatsu Gran Move Power Steering Hose — Purpose, Fitment and Service Advice

Based on technical references, a power steering hose is indeed fitted and relevant on the 2000 Daihatsu Gran Move (also known as the Daihatsu Pyzar). The Daihatsu workshop/service manual steering section for this model outlines a hydraulic rack-and-pinion system with an engine-driven pump, a high-pressure hose (pump to rack) and a low-pressure return hose (rack to reservoir). The Daihatsu Electronic Parts Catalogue (EPC) for the G3-series Gran Move also lists distinct part numbers for the power steering pressure hose and return hose, along with associated banjo bolts, crush washers and pipe unions. Aftermarket catalogues for this vehicle confirm availability of replacement pressure and return hoses, reinforcing that the system is hydraulic and hose-dependent.

On the 2000 Daihatsu Gran Move, the power steering hose does the hard yards moving fluid between the pump, steering rack and reservoir. The pressure hose carries high-pressure ATF from the pump to assist steering effort, while the return hose brings fluid back to the reservoir. When these hoses age, they can weep, swell or crack from heat and pressure, leading to heavy steering, pump whine and red ATF spots under the front end.

For owners keeping the Gran Move in tidy nick, periodic checks during routine servicing pay off. Look for dampness around hose crimps and banjo fittings, check clamps on the return line, and inspect for chafe where the hose passes near the exhaust or subframe. The system typically uses Dexron II/III type ATF — mixing fluids or running low can damage the pump.

• Common symptoms of hose trouble:
  • Heavier steering at idle or parking speeds
  • Whining or groaning from the pump
  • Visible ATF leaks near the rack, pump or along the hose run
• Replacement tips:
  • Use quality OEM-equivalent hoses with heat shields where specified
  • Replace crush washers on banjo bolts and torque to spec from the service manual
  • Use flare nut spanners on hard-line unions to avoid rounding
• Bleeding after hose replacement:
  • Front wheels off the ground, engine off — turn lock-to-lock 10–15 times, topping up fluid
  • Start engine and repeat until no foaming, then road test and recheck level

Leaving a seeping hose to get worse risks a cooked pump and a messy driveway. Swapping a tired hose early is a straightforward fix that keeps the Gran Move’s steering light, quiet and reliable across Aussie and Kiwi roads.

Popular questions about 2000 Daihatsu Gran Move power steering hoses

How long do the power steering hoses typically last on a Gran Move?
Service life varies with heat and usage, but many original hoses show ageing after 15–20 years. Signs like sweating at crimps, soft spots, or cracking mean it’s time to replace. If one hose has failed, inspecting and often replacing the companion hose is smart preventative maintenance.

What fluid should be used after replacing a hose?
The Gran Move’s hydraulic system generally specifies ATF meeting Dexron II or Dexron III. Sticking to the manual’s recommendation keeps seals healthy and pump noise down. Avoid mixing unknown fluids, if contamination is suspected, a full flush is worthwhile.

Can a small seep be ignored if the steering still feels fine?
It’s not ideal. Even a minor seep can escalate, drop fluid levels and aerate the system, which wears the pump and can affect steering feel. Minor leaks also tend to spread along the subframe. Catching and fixing a small leak early is cheaper and cleaner than replacing a noisy pump later.