Electric Power Steering Oil Pump Component Disassembly/Assembly: Notes

CAUTION:

• The internal parts of the EHPAS control module and motor could be damaged if they receive an impact. Be careful when handling the EHPAS control module and motor to prevent the component from getting hit. Replace the electric power steering oil pump component if it has received an impact.
• If fluid or foreign matter penetrates the motor it could damage the motor. Be careful to not allow fluid or foreign matter to penetrate the motor. Replace the electric power steering oil pump component even if a small amount of fluid or foreign matter has penetrated the motor.
• Do not use a vise to secure parts as the EHPAS control module or the motor could be damaged.

NOTE:

• The following procedure is for replacement of the power steering oil pump. Before performing the procedure, inspect the EHPAS control module and motor visually, and replace the electric power steering oil pump component if a malfunction is found.

1. Drain the power steering fluid.
   • After draining the power steering fluid, wipe off any fluid remaining around the port area of the power steering oil pump using a clean rag.
2. Disassemble in the order indicated in the figure.
3. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly

Fig 1: Electric Power Steering Oil Pump Components With Torque Specification

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

PART DESCRIPTION

1	Power steering oil pump (See POWER STEERING OIL PUMP DISASSEMBLY NOTE .) (See BUSHING, POWER STEERING OIL PUMP ASSEMBLY NOTE .)
2	Bushing (See BUSHING, POWER STEERING OIL PUMP ASSEMBLY NOTE .)
3	O-ring (See O-RING DISASSEMBLY NOTE .) (See O-RING ASSEMBLY NOTE .)
4	EHPAS control module and motor