Oil Pump: Installation

Install the bracket to the power steering oil pump.

Fig 1: Locating Oil Pump Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Tightening torque:

T1: 16 N.m (1.63 kgf-m, 11.8 ft-lb)

T2: 36 N.m (3.67 kgf-m, 26.6 ft-lb)
Install the power steering pump bracket.
Tightening torque:

H4 model: 22 N.m (2.24 kgf-m, 16.2 ft-lb)

H6 model: 33 N.m (3.36 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)
Connect the pressure hose (b) and suction hose (a).
CAUTION: Be careful when installing; If the hose is twisted it may come into contact with other parts.

Fig 2: Identifying Pressure Hose And Suction Hose
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Tightening torque:

Eye bolt: 40 N.m (4.08 kgf-m, 29.5 ft-lb)
Connect the power steering pump switch to the connector.
After installing the oil pump, fill the oil pump with as much fluid as possible by rotating the pulley by hand.
CAUTION: Always fill the oil pump with the fluid to prevent abnormal noise and seizure of the oil pump.
Install the V-belts.
- H4 model: < Refer to INSTALLATION , V-belt. >
- H6 model: < Refer to INSTALLATION , V-belt. >
Connect the battery ground terminal.
Fill with recommended power steering fluid and perform air bleeding. < Refer to POWER STEERING FLUID . >
CAUTION: Never start the engine before filling with fluid; otherwise the vane pump may become seized.