Power Steering Pump-3.9L: Installation

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.

Using the appropriate special tool, install a new O-ring on the power steering pressure hose fitting.

Fig 1: Installing New O-Rings On Power Steering Hose Fitting
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NOTE: Do not tighten the upper bolts until the lower bolts are installed.

Fig 2: Installing Power Steering Pump

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Position the pump and install the bolts.
Raise the vehicle.
Install the bolts.

Fig 3: Installing Bolts
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Connect the power steering pressure hose.

Fig 4: Connecting Power Steering Pressure Hose
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Position the A/C compressor and install four bolts.

Fig 5: Installing A/C Compressor
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Connect the wire retainer and the electrical connector.

Fig 6: Connecting Wire Retainer & Electrical Connector
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Install the bolt.

Fig 7: Installing Bolt
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Install the shield and two pushpins.

Fig 8: Installing Shield
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Install the shield, one pushpin and two bolts.

Fig 9: Installing Shield
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Install the wheel and tire assembly.
Lower the vehicle.
Tighten the bolts.

Fig 10: Tightening Pump Bolts
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Connect the reservoir.
1. Push the reservoir up on the insulator.
2. Rotate the reservoir on the insulator.
3. Tighten the bolts.
Fig 11: Installing Reservoir
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Connect and clamp the power steering reservoir-to-pump hose.

Fig 12: Connecting Power Steering Reservoir-To-Pump Hose
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Install the accessory drive belt. For additional information, see ACCESSORY DRIVE .
Install the bolts.

Fig 13: Installing Bolts
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Install the air cleaner outlet tube and the air cleaner.

NOTE: Inspect the pushpins for cracks or other damage. Install new pushpins if necessary.

Fig 14: Installing Engine Cover

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Install the engine cover and four pushpins.
Fill and leak check the system. For additional information, see POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING .