Pressure Test (All Models)

Check fluid level in pump reservoir and add fluid as required (see Lubrication ). Check pump drive belt tension and adjust as required. Connect a pressure gauge with a shut-off valve (C-3309D) in the high pressure line between the pump and the steering gear.
Insert a thermometer in pump fluid reservoir, start engine and warm up fluid to 150-170°F (turning wheels from stop to stop will aid in this warming up - do not hold wheels against the stops).
With engine idling at 600 RPM and gauge valve open, note pressure as indicated on gauge while turning steering wheel from one extreme position to the other. Turn the wheels all the way to the stop momentarily and note pressure. This maximum pressure must be at least equal to the lower pressure shown for the particular pump in the specification table. If pressure is low, determine faulty unit by making test 4.

Close gauge valve momentarily and note gauge pressure while valve closed. If this pressure is less than higher pressure shown for the particular pump in the specification table, pump is faulty and should be reconditioned. If pressure is now satisfactory (but was low in step 3), steering gear is faulty and should be overhauled. Remove test gauge and restore original pump connections.

POWER STEERING PRESSURES

Car Model & Pump Type		Pressure (PSI)
Dart, Valiant
	.94 (198", 225", 318", 360")	900-1000
	1.06 (225", 318", 360")	950-1050
Barracuda, Challenger
	.94 (318", 360")	900-1000
	1.06 (318", 360")	950-1050
Satellite, Coronet, Charger
	.94 (225", 318", 400", 440")	1200-1300
	1.06 (225")	950-1300
	1.06 (318", 360", 400", 440")	1150-1300
Fury, Monaco
	.94 (318", 360")	1200-1300
	1.06 (400", 440")	1150-1300
Chrysler, Imperial
	1.06 (400", 440")	1150-1300