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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 - 3.0L (4V) .
  3. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  4. Release the clamp and disconnect the power steering supply hose from the power steering pump.
  5. Disconnect the power steering pressure switch electrical connector.
    • Detach the electrical harness from the stud on the power steering pump.
  6. 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).
  7. Remove the 3 power steering pump bolts and the power steering pump.
    • To install, tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  8. 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.
  9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  10. Fill the power steering system. For additional information, refer to STEERING SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .