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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2002FORESTER BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)STEERINGPOWER STEERINGPOWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING) - MECHANISM & FUNCTIONPOWER STEERING SYSTEMFLUID PUMPFLOW CONTROLNOTES

2002 Subaru Forester Base

Flow Control: Notes

2002 Subaru Forester BaseSECTION Notes

The variable capacity pump changes its delivery rate per rotation by changing the degree of eccentricity of the cam ring according to its rotating speed (engine speed).

Fig 1: Variable Capacity Pump Flow Control Chart

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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.