I have a 2002 f350 Super duty, 7.3. After I changed out the power steering box, I did bleed the sysytem, I have now power steering and the brakes are very spongey. Any ideas prior to replacing the booster? I have been told the power steering is probably just an alignment issue and I should bleed the brakes. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

You might have air in the brake booster? I imagine the 7.3 is pretty similar to the 6.0. On mine you disconnect the return hose from the booster. The return hose was a "low pressure" style hose that went back to the reservoir. It had a simple hose clamp holding it on. The supply hose had a much more robust connector. Install a clear tube down from the return connection down to a drain pan. I put the drain pan down near the drivers door so I could watch it. Turn the truck on and slowly stroke the pedal up and down. It will discharge oil when you are releasing the pedal. Keep an eye on the level in the reservoir and refill as necessary.

 

Thanks A Lot! Power steering and brakes are back. Now I just need to get it in for alignment.

 

Your welcome!