Power Steering Pump Replacement (L4)

2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard TransSECTION Power Steering Pump Replacement (L4)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Buick Regal. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Power Steering Pump (L4)
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Preliminary Procedures

  1. Place drain pans under the vehicle.
  2. Cover the generator in order to prevent power steering fluid from dripping on the generator.
  3. Remove as much power steering fluid from the power steering fluid reservoir as possible.
  4. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
  5. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  6. Remove the drive belt from the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
1 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Outlet Hose Clamp
2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Outlet Hose
Procedure:Β 
Disconnect the power steering fluid reservoir outlet hose from the power steering pump.
3 Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Fitting Bolt
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure:Β 
Install a NEW power steering gear inlet hose fitting seal.

Tighten:Β  38 N.m (28 lb ft)

4 Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose
Procedure:Β 
Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose from the power steering pump.
5 Power Steering Pump Bolt (Qty: 3)

Tighten:Β  22 N.m (16 lb ft)

6 Power Steering Pump

Procedure

  1. Transfer the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pump Pulley ReplacementΒ .
  2. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System BleedingΒ .
  3. Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.