Power Steering Vane Pump: Disassembly

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lexus IS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: When using a vise, do not overtighten it. 
  1. MEASURE PS VANE PUMP ROTATING TORQUE 
    1. Check that the pump rotates smoothly without abnormal noise.
    2. Using a torque wrench, check the pump rotating torque.
      1. Rotating torque: 0.25 N.m (2.5 kgf.cm, 2.2 in.lbf) or less 
        Fig 1: Measuring PS Vane Pump Rotating Torque
        G00893424Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. REMOVE VANE PUMP PULLEY 

    Using SST, stop the pulley rotating and remove the pulley set nut.

    1. SST 09960-10010 (09962-01000, 09963-01000)
    2. Fig 2: Removing Vane Pump Pulley
      G00893425Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  3. REMOVE OIL RESERVOIR 
    1. Remove the 3 bolts and oil reservoir.
    2. Remove the O-ring from the oil reservoir.
  4. REMOVE PRESSURE PORT UNION, FLOW CONTROL VALVE AND SPRING 
    1. Remove the pressure port union, flow control valve and spring.
    2. Remove the O-ring from the pressure port union.
  5. REMOVE REAR HOUSING 
    1. Remove the 2 bolts and rear housing.
    2. Remove the 2 O-rings from the rear housing.
  6. REMOVE WAVE WASHER 
  7. REMOVE SIDE PLATE 
  8. REMOVE CAM RING, 10 VANE PLATES AND VANE PUMP ROTOR 
    NOTE: Be careful not to drop the vane plate. 
  9. REMOVE 2 STRAIGHT PINS 

    Remove the 2 straight pins from the front housing.

  10. REMOVE GASKET 
  11. REMOVE VANE PUMP SHAFT WITH BEARING 
    1. Using snap ring pliers, remove the snap ring from the front housing.
    2. To prevent oil seal lip damage, wind vinyl tape on the serrated part of the vane pump shaft.
    3. Press out the vane pump shaft with the bearing.
    NOTE: Be careful not to damage the oil seal lip. 
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

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.