Power Steering Pump Replacement

Power Steering Pump Replacement (3.8L)

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the accessory drive belt.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
4. Remove the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump.
5. Remove the power steering return hose from the power steering pump.





6. Remove the electrical connector (4) from the power steering pump (1).





7. Remove the power steering mounting bolts from the power steering pump.
8. Remove the power steering pump.
9. Remove the power steering pump reservoir from the power steering pump.
10. Remove the power steering pump pulley from the power steering pump.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the power steering pump reservoir to the power steering pump.
2. Install the power steering pump pulley to the power steering pump.
3. Position the power steering pump to the engine.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the power steering pump mounting bolts.
^ Tighten the mounting bolts to 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.).





5. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump.
6. Install the power steering return hose to the power steering pump.





7. Install the electrical connector (1) to the power steering pump (4).
8. Install the accessory drive belt.
9. Fill the power steering system with fluid.
10. Bleed the power steering system.
11. Inspect the power steering system for leaks.