Power Steering Pump - 3.0L: Removal

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

Remove four pushpins and the engine cover.

Fig 1: Removing Engine Cover
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Remove the air cleaner and the air cleaner outlet tube.
Remove the accessory drive belt. For additional information, see ACCESSORY DRIVE .
Unclamp and disconnect the power steering reservoir-to-pump hose (36911) and drain the reservoir into a suitable container.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Power Steering Reservoir-To-Pump Hose
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Raise the vehicle on a hoist. For additional information, see JACKING & HOISTING .
Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
Remove two bolts, one pushpin and the shield.

Fig 3: Removing Shield
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Remove two pushpins and the shield.

Fig 4: Removing Shield
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Remove the bolt.

Fig 5: Removing Bolt
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Disconnect the power steering pressure hose (3A714).

Fig 6: Disconnecting Power Steering Pressure Hose
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Remove the bolt.

Fig 7: Removing Bolt
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Lower the vehicle.
Remove the bolts and the pump (3A674).

Fig 8: Removing Power Steering Pump
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