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.

NOTE: New Teflon® seals must be installed any time the power steering line fittings are disconnected.

Remove the power steering pump pulley. For additional information, refer to POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY .
Disconnect the return hose.
- Release the clamp.
  
  Fig 1: Disconnecting Return Hose
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Thoroughly clean all debris from the pressure line-to-pump threads before installing the fitting.

NOTE: To prevent fluid leakage be sure to insert the pressure line into the quick connect before positioning the pressure line bracket and tightening the lower power steering pump bolt.

Disconnect the pressure line-to-pump fitting.
- Discard the Teflon® seal.
  
  Fig 2: Disconnecting Pressure Line-To-Pump Fitting
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the 3 bolts and the power steering pump.

Fig 3: Removing 3 Bolts Of Power Steering Pump
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Using the special tool, install a new Teflon® seal on the pressure line fitting.
- Fill the power steering system. For additional information, refer to POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING .
  
  Fig 4: Installing Teflon(R) Seal On Power Steering Pressure Hose Fitting
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.