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Power Steering Pump

Fig 1: Special Tool(s)
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    CAUTION: Make sure to plug all open hoses, line fittings and fluid ports to prevent the entry of contaminants. Contaminants will cause premature failure of the power steering components.
  1. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
  2. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  3. Fill, purge and leak test the system. For additional information, refer to POWER STEERING SYSTEM PURGING  and POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING .
Fig 2: Removal Sequence Of Power Steering Pump (1 Of 2)
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Fig 3: Removal Sequence Of Power Steering Pump Legend (2 Of 2)
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Item 1: Power Steering Return Line Clamp Removal Note 

  1. Loosen the clamp and disconnect the hose. Drain the fluid into a suitable container.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Hose
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Item 8: Belt Tensioner Removal Note 

  1. Rotate the tensioner clockwise and remove the belt from the power steering pump pulley.
    Fig 5: Removing Belt From Power Steering Pump Pulley
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Item 12 and Item 20: Power Steering Pressure Line Removal Note 

  1. Remove and discard the O rings.

Item 20 and Item 12: Power Steering Pressure Line Installation Note 

  1. Install new seals on the power steering pressure hose. Using the special tool, stretch the seal until it is large enough to slip over the tube nut.
    Fig 6: Installing Seals On Power Steering Pressure Hose
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