CIII 2.3L Pump Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda B4000, 2002 Mazda B3000, and 2002 Mazda B2300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the drive belt.
Loosen the clamp and disconnect the hose.
1. Drain the fluid into a suitable container.
Fig 1: Disconnecting Power Steering Reservoir Hose
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Loosen the clamp and disconnect the hose.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Power Steering Reservoir Hose
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Remove the bolts and the reservoir.

Fig 3: Removing Reservoir
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Using the special tool, remove the pulley.

Fig 4: Removing Power Steering Pump Pulley
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Loosen the clamp and remove the hose.

Fig 5: Removing Power Steering Pump Return Hose
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Disconnect the pressure line.
1. Remove and discard the seal.
Fig 6: Removing Power Steering Pump Pressure Line
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Remove the bolts and the bracket.

Fig 7: Removing Bolts & Bracket
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Remove the bolt and the power steering pump.

Fig 8: Removing Power Steering Pump
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