Power Steering Pumps -: Overhaul: Disassembly
- Remove outlet fitting and identification tag from pump. Invert pump assembly, and remove pump reservoir and seal using a soft-faced hammer. Again invert assembly, loosen and remove pump housing attaching hardware, and remove pump housing.
- If necessary, remove housing cover, "O" ring seal, and pressure springs. Remove and discard pump cover gasket. Remove retainer end plate and upper pressure plate. Remove loose fitting dowel pin.CAUTION: Do not bend fixed dowel pin which remains in housing assembly.
- Remove rotor assembly, being careful to prevent springs and slippers from falling out.NOTE: Further disassembly is not necessary unless lower pressure plate, housing plate, rotor shaft and/or seal are to be replaced.
Invert pump and, using suitable puller, remove pump pulley. Clean pulley end of rotor shaft thoroughly, then remove pump rotor shaft. Remove lower pressure plate.