Power Steering Pump: Testing and Inspection

POWER STEERING OIL PUMP


On-Vehicle Inspection and Service


CHECKING RELIEF OIL PRESSURE

CAUTION:
Make sure that belt tension is normal before starting the following procedure.
1. Connect the hydraulic pressure gauge [SST] between oil pump discharge connector and high-pressure hose. Bleed air from the hydraulic circuit while opening valve fully. Refer to Air Bleeding Hydraulic System.
2. Start engine. Run engine until oil temperature reaches 50�C (122 to 176�F).

CAUTION:
fully open while starting and running engine. If engine is started with the valve closed, the hydraulic pressure in oil pump goes up to the relief pressure along with unusual increase of oil temperature.





- Be sure to keep hose clear of belts and other parts when engine is started.
3. Fully close the hydraulic pressure gauge [SST] valve with engine at idle and measure the relief oil pressure.

Standard
Relief pressure : Refer to Specifications.


CAUTION:
Never keep valve closed for 10 seconds or longer.
4. Open the valve slowly after measuring. Repair oil pump if the relief oil pressure is outside the standard. Refer to Overhaul, Overhaul.
5. After inspection, disconnect the hydraulic pressure gauge [SST] from hydraulic circuit, then add fluid and bleed air. Refer to Air Bleeding Hydraulic System.