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HOMESERVICE MANUALSISUZU2006ASCENDER S, 5.3 M, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 636 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSPOWER STEERING PUMP REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WD
Removal Procedure
2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
- Remove as much power steering fluid from the remote power steering fluid reservoir as possible.
- Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
- Compress the power steering reservoir outlet hose clamp (1) and disconnect the power steering reservoir outlet hose (2) from the power steering pump.
- Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose (1) from the power steering pump.
- Remove the power steering pump bolts (1).
- Remove the power steering pump through the right wheelhouse area.
- Transfer the power steering pump pulley if needed. Refer to Power Steering Pump Pulley ReplacementΒ .
NOTE:
Do not remove the drive belt from the vehicle entirely. Only slip it off the power steering pump and set it aside in the engine compartment.
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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.