Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Pump Replacement
- Place a suitable container under the vehicle.
- Drain the power steering fluid from the reservoir.
- Cover the crankshaft pulley with several shop towels to protect if from spilled power steering fluid. Disconnect the pump inlet hose (A) and pump outlet hose (B) from the pump (C), and plug them. Take care not to spill the fluid on the body or parts.
Wipe off any spilled fluid at once.
- Remove the belt (D) by loosening the pump adjusting nut (E), then remove pump mounting bolts (F), nut (G) and pump. Do not turn the steering wheel with pump removed.
- Connect the pump outlet hose and inlet hose to the pump. Tighten the pump fittings securely.
- Loosely install the pump in the pump bracket with the mounting bolts and nut.
- Install the pump belt (A) on the pulley (B).
Note these items during belt installation:
- Make sure that the power steering belt is properly positioned on the pulleys.
- Do not get the power steering fluid or grease on the belt or pulley faces. Clean off any fluid or grease before installation.
- Adjust the pump belt adjustment (see PUMP BELT INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ).
- Fill the reservoir to the upper level line (see FLUID REPLACEMENT ).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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