Removal and Replacement

Power Steering Pump Replacement

1. Place a suitable container under the vehicle to catch any spilled fluid.

2. Drain the power steering fluid from the reservoir. Service and Repair

3. J35Z3 engine model: Remove the engine cover.

4. Remove the drive belt (A) from the pump pulley: J35Z2 engine, Drive Belt Replacement (J35Z2 Engine) J35Z3 engine. Drive Belt Replacement (J35Z3 Engine)

5. Cover the auto-tensioner, alternator, and A/C compressor with several shop towels to protect them from spilled power steering fluid. Disconnect the pump inlet hose (B) and pump outlet hose (C) from the pump (D), and plug them. Take care not to spill the fluid on the body or parts. Wipe off any spilled fluid at once. Do not turn the steering wheel with the pump removed.

6. Remove the pump mounting bolts (E).

7. Cover the opening of the pump with a piece of tape to prevent foreign material from entering the pump.

8. Transfer the pump inlet hose and pump outlet hose from the original pump onto the new pump with a new O-ring (F).

9. Loosely install the pump in the pump bracket with the mounting bolts, then tighten the pump fittings to the specified torque.

10. Tighten the pump mounting bolts to the specified torque.






11. Install the drive belt (A).
Note these items during drive belt installation:

- Inspect the belt for wear and cracks. Replace the belt if necessary.

- Make sure that the belt is properly positioned on the pulleys (B).

- Do not get power steering fluid or grease on the auto-tensioner, alternator, A/C compressor, and drive belt or pulley faces. Clean off any fluid or grease before installation.

12. J35Z3 engine model: Install the engine cover.

13. Fill the reservoir to the upper level line. Service and Repair

14. Start the engine, and check for leaks.