Power Steering Fluid Reservoir: Service and Repair

Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement - Off Vehicle

Special Tools

J-42649 Power Steering Pump Reservoir Clip Remover

Disassembly Procedure




1. Remove the mounting bracket bolts (3) from the mounting bracket assembly (2).
2. Remove the mounting bracket assembly (2) from the pump (1).




3. Remove retaining clips (2) from the reservoir assembly (1) using J-42649.




4. Remove reservoir (1) from the hydraulic pump housing (3).
5. Remove the O-ring seal (2) from the reservoir (1).
6. Discard the O-ring seal (2).

Assembly Procedure





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

1. Check the TORX(R) head bolts (1) on the hydraulic pump housing (2) for tightness.

Tighten the TORX(R) head bolts (1) to 20-25 Nm (15-18 lb ft).




2. Check the valve bore plug (1) and the O-ring union fitting.

Tighten the valve bore plug (1) to 50-60 Nm (37-44 lb ft).




3. Lubricate the new O-ring seal (2) with power steering fluid.
4. Connect the O-ring seal (2) to the reservoir (1).





Caution: Align the mounting hole on the reservoir correctly with the hole on top of the housing assembly in order to prevent damage.

5. Connect the reservoir assembly (1) to the hydraulic pump housing (4).





Note: Make sure the retaining clip (2) is fully seated on the reservoir assembly (1), so the reservoir assembly (1) and the pump housing (3) are securely fastened.

6. Tap retaining clips (2) with a hammer.




7. Attach the pump (1) to the mounting bracket assembly (2).

Tighten the mounting bracket bolts (3) to 28-38 Nm (21-28 lb ft).