Section 11-02: Steering System, Power
1994 Mustang Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Steering Pump, Power

 

Belt Drive

Removal

  1. To remove the power steering fluid from the power steering oil reservoir (3A697) , disconnect the power steering return hose (3A713) at the power steering oil reservoir , and drain the fluid into a container.
  1. Remove the power steering pressure hose (3A719) from the power steering pump fitting.

    Do not remove the fitting from the power steering pump (3A674) .

  1. Remove the drive belt (8620) from the power steering pump pulley (3A733) , remove the power steering pump pulley and remove the power steering pump .
 

Installation

Prior to power steering pump installation, remove the shipping tube nut from the pressure fitting.

  1. Place the power steering pump on the power steering pump support (3C511) and install the bolts at the front of the power steering pump . Tighten to 40-62 Nm (30-45 lb-ft).
  1. Install the power steering pump pulley , place the drive belt on the power steering pump pulley and adjust belt tension.

     CAUTION: Do not overtighten this fitting. Swivel and/or end play of the fitting is normal and does not indicate a loose fitting.

  1. Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump fitting. Tighten the tube nut with a tube nut wrench rather than with an open-end wrench. Tighten to 41-54 Nm (30-40 lb-ft).
  1. Connect the power steering return hose to the power steering pump and tighten the clamp.
  1. Fill the power steering oil reservoir with specified power steering fluid.

    Use start-up procedure after power steering pump or gear overhaul. Refer to Section 11-00.

  1. Check for leaks and proper fluid level. Add fluid if necessary.