Power Steering Pump - 4.0L Engine: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
While repairing the power steering system, care should be taken to prevent the entry of contaminants or premature failure of the power steering components can result.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
- Using a suitable suction device, drain the power steering fluid reservoir.
- Remove the pressure line bracket-to-engine bolt.
- Release the reservoir-to-pump hose clamp and disconnect the hose.
- Remove the power steering pump pulley. For additional information, refer to POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY - 4.0L ENGINE .
- Disconnect the pressure line-to-pump fitting.
- Remove and discard the Teflon® seal.
- Remove the 3 bolts and the power steering pump.
NOTE:
A new Teflon® seal must be installed.