Power Steering Pump Removal & Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Suzuki Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Be sure to clean each joint of suction and discharge sides thoroughly before removal.

Remove suction hose from pump, then disconnect battery negative cable.
Remove P/S fluid reservoir (1) with suction hose.

Fig 1: Identifying P/S Fluid Reservoir With Suction Hose
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
Remove union bolt. Then disconnect high pressure pipe from pump.
NOTE: As fluid flows out of disconnected joints, put a receptacle under joints or a plug to pipe.
Disconnect pressure switch lead wire at switch terminal.
Loosen related bolts and remove power steering belt.
Remove P/S pump mounting bolts (2).

Fig 2: Identifying P/S Pump Mounting Bolts
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
Remove P/S pump.

NOTE: Plug each port of removed pump to prevent dust or any other foreign matter from entering.