Assembly Procedure

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Important: Use new O-ring seals when assembling the power steering pump assembly.

Lubricate the O-ring seals (1) (4) (5) with power steering fluid.
Install the O-ring seals (1) (4) (5) to the pump housing assembly.
Install the magnet (3) to the pump housing assembly (2).

Fig 1: Installing O-Ring Seal & Magnet To Pump Housing Assembly
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Connect the reservoir assembly (1) to the pump housing assembly (2).

Fig 2: Connecting Reservoir Assembly To Pump Housing Assembly
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Install the O-ring seal.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the connector and fitting assembly (4) to the pump housing (1).
Install the pump mounting studs (2) to the pump housing (1).

Tighten

Tighten the pump mounting studs (2) to 35-80 N.m (29-59 lb ft).

Fig 3: Installing O-Ring Seal & Pump Mounting Studs To Pump Housing

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