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Removal and Installation

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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.
  1. Using a suitable suction device, siphon the power steering fluid from the power steering fluid reservoir.
  2. Remove the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE - 2.3L .
  3. Release the clamp and disconnect the power steering return hose from the power steering fluid reservoir.
  4. Disconnect the power steering pressure switch electrical connector.
  5. Remove the power steering pressure line banjo bolt and disconnect the line from the power steering pump.
    • Discard the bolt and 2 seals.
    • To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  6. Remove the 3 power steering pump bolts and the power steering pump.
    • To install, tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    7. CAUTION: A new bolt and new seals must be installed any time the power steering pressure line is disconnected from the power steering pump or a fluid leak may occur.
  7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  8. Fill the power steering system. For additional information, refer to STEERING SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
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