Power Steering Pump: Installation

NOTE: A new Teflon® seal must be installed any time the pressure line is disconnected from the power steering pump or a fluid leak may occur.

Fig 1: Installing Teflon Seal On Pressure Line-To-Pump Fitting Using Teflon Seal Installer Set

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the Teflon® Seal Installer Set, install a new Teflon® seal on the power steering pressure line fitting.
Holding the power steering pump with a punch inserted into a mounting cavity, connect the pressure line fitting-to-power steering pump.
- Tighten to 75 Nm (55 lb-ft).
Position the power steering pump and install the 3 bolts.
- Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Position the bracket and install the pressure line bracket-to-engine bolt.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
Release the clamp and connect the power steering fluid cooler-to-pump supply hose.
- Attach the supply hose retainer to the pressure line bracket.
Using the Stretchy Belt Installer Tool, install the power steering pump belt onto the power steering pump pulley.
- Install the Stretchy Belt Installer Tool, between the power steering pump belt and pulley and turn the crankshaft bolt clockwise.
  
  Fig 2: Turning Crankshaft Bolt Clockwise Using Stretchy Belt Installer Tool
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the RH inner fender splash shield. For additional information, refer to BODY PANEL SYSTEM - FRONT END BODY PANELS Article.
Fill the power steering system. For additional information, refer to STEERING SYSTEM - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST STEERING (HPAS) Article.