Power Steering Pump

Removal & Installation

2001–2005 Models

To Remove:

1. Remove the pump pulley.
2. Disconnect the power steering pressure hose. Throw away the seal.
3. Disconnect the power steering return hose and return line hose.
4. Remove the bolts and the power steering pump.

To Install:

1. Install the power steering pump and bolts.
   • Torque to 35 ft-lb (48 Nm).
2. Connect the power steering return hose and return line hose.
3. Use the Teflon® seal replacer set (211-D027) to install a new seal on the power steering pressure hose.
4. Connect the power steering pressure hose.
   • Torque to 35 ft-lb (48 Nm).
5. Install the pump pulley.
6. Fill and test the system for leaks.

2006–2007 Models

To Remove:

CAUTION
Be careful to prevent contaminants from entering the power steering system during the repair procedure because they can cause premature failure of the power steering components.

NOTE: Do not let power steering fluid touch the accessory drive belt.

1. Use an appropriate suction device to drain the power steering fluid reservoir.
2. Loosen the power steering pump pulley bolts.
3. Rotate the accessory belt tensioner counterclockwise and place the accessory drive belt to the side then remove the power steering pump pulley and bolts.
4. Disconnect the power steering pressure line then remove and throw away the O-ring seal.
5. Compress the clamp and disconnect the power steering pump supply hose.
6. Remove the bolts and the power steering pump.

CAUTION
Any time the power steering pressure line is disconnected from the power steering pump, a new Teflon® O-ring seal must be installed.

To Install:

CAUTION
Any time the power steering pressure line is disconnected from the power steering pump, a new Teflon® O-ring seal must be installed.

1. Install the power steering pump and bolts.
   • On the 2006 model torque to 35 ft-lb (48 Nm)
   • On the 2007 model torque to 18 ft-lb (25 Nm).
2. Connect the power steering pressure line and use the Teflon® Seal Installer Set 211-D027 to install a new Teflon® O-ring seal on the power steering pressure line.
   • On the 2006 model torque to 35 ft-lb (48 Nm)
   • On the 2007 model torque to 48 ft-lb (65 Nm).
3. Install the power steering pump pulley and bolts.
   • On the 2006 model torque to 35 ft-lb (48 Nm)
   • On the 2007 model torque to 18 ft-lb (25 Nm).

   NOTE: Do not let power steering fluid touch the accessory drive belt.

4. Fill the power steering system with the correct type and amount of fluid. Check for leaks.