Power Steering Pump Replacement

Power Steering Pump Replacement (8.1L Engine)

- Tools Required
- J 25034-C Power Steering Pulley Remover
- J 25033-C Power Steering Pump Pulley Installer

Removal Procedure





1. Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
2. Remove the air cleaner. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Powertrain Management.
3. Remove the fan shroud. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement in Cooling System.
4. Disconnect the power steering pressure hoses (2) from the pump.





5. Disconnect the power steering return hose (1) from the pump.





6. Disconnect the reservoir outlet hose (3) from the power steering pump.
7. Cap the ends of the hose and the pump in order to prevent the entrance of dirt.
8. Remove the pump drive belt. Install a 3/8 inch drive ratchet on the tensioner arm and rotate the arm counterclockwise.





9. Using the J 25034-C remove the power steering pump pulley from the vehicle.





10. Remove the power steering pump mounting bolts (1,3) from the vehicle.
11. Remove the power steering pump from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





1. Install the rear bracket (1) to the pump (2).
- Tighten the rear bracket to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).





2. Install the bolts (3) retaining the pump to the engine.
- Tighten the retaining bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
3. Place the pulley on the end of the pump shaft.





4. Using the J 25033-C install the power steering pump pulley.

Important: Route the power steering hoses in the same location in which they were removed.





5. Install the power steering pressure hose (2) to the pump.
- Tighten the hose fitting to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).





6. Install the power steering return hose (1) and the secure the hose with the retaining clamp to the pump.





7. Install the reservoir outlet hose (3) and the secure the hose with the retaining clamp (4) to the pump.
8. Install the pump drive belt. Install a 3/8 inch drive ratchet on the tensioner arm and rotate the arm counterclockwise.
9. Install the fan shroud. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement in Cooling System.
10. Install the air cleaner. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Powertrain Management.
11. Fill the system with power steering fluid. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid.
12. Bleed the system.