Power Steering Pump Replacement
Removal ProcedureNotice: Refer to Power Steering Hose Disconnected Notice in Service Precautions.
Important:
- Thoroughly clean the pump housing before removing the hose and the pipe.
- Place a drain pan under the power steering pump in order to catch any escaping fluid.
1. Loosen the hose clamp and remove the power steering reservoir outlet hose (2) from the power steering pump (3).
2. Remove the reservoir (1) with the outlet hose (2) from the vehicle. Refer to Remote Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement.
3. Remove the fitting from the power steering pump and from the power steering gear inlet hose (8).
4. Remove the 2 gaskets and the power steering gear inlet hose from the pump.
5. Disconnect the connector from the power steering pressure switch.
6. Remove the power steering pump drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Generator, Air Conditioning, and Power Steering in Engine.
7. Remove the 2 bolts from the power steering pump.
8. Remove the power steering pump from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Install the power steering pump (3) to the vehicle. Install the 2 bolts in order to retain the pump to the bracket (4).
- Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18.5 ft. lbs.).
2. Connect the connector to the power steering pressure switch.
Notice: Refer to Installing Hoses Without Twists or Bends Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the power steering gear inlet hose (8) to the power steering pump.
4. Secure the power steering gear inlet hose to the pump with the 2 gaskets and the fitting.
- Tighten the fitting to 60 Nm (43.5 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the reservoir (1) with the outlet hose (2) to the vehicle. Refer to Remote Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement.
6. Install the outlet hose to the power steering pump. Install the hose clamp in order to retain the hose to the pump.
7. Install the power steering pump drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Generator, Air Conditioning, and Power Steering in Engine.
Notice: Refer to Using Proper Power Steering Fluid Notice in Service Precautions.
8. Add power steering fluid to the reservoir. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid.
Notice: Refer to Air In The Steering System Notice in Service Precautions.
9. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System.