Power Steering Pump Pulley - 2.3L & 3.0L: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

2.3L Engine

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All Vehicles

NOTE: 2.3L engine shown, 3.0L engine similar.

Fig 1: Removing Accessory Drive Belt

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Rotate the tensioner clockwise on 2.3L engines, or counterclockwise on 3.0L engines, and remove the belt from the power steering pump pulley.

CAUTION: Replacement of the power steering pump pulley is necessary after being removed and installed two times.

Fig 2: Removing Power Steering Pump Pulley

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the special tool, remove the power steering pump pulley.
- Inspect the pulley for paint marks in the web area near the hub. If there are two paint marks, discard the pulley. If there is no paint mark or one paint mark, use a paint pencil to mark the web area of the pulley near the hub.