Rack & Pinion Power Steering System: Pump: Installation

Fig 1: View Of Steering System

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1 - ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT

2 - HIGH PRESSURE HOSE

3 - POWER STEERING PUMP BOLTS

4 - C-CLIP

5 - RESERVOIR

6 - SUPPLY LINE

1. Install the reservoir if it was removed, by inserting the C-clip using a suitable tool.
2. Install the power steering pump and bolts (3) to the engine block. Tighten to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the high-pressure hose (2) on the pump.
4. Install the return hose on the pump.
5. Install the power steering supply line (6) to the reservoir.
6. Install the accessory drive belt (1). (Refer to COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTALLATION) .
7. Fill the power steering pump reservoir and then bleed the system by performing the initial operation. (Refer to STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .