If you’re experiencing problems with your power steering pump on your 1997 Chevy Silverado, then you’ll need to replace it. This guide will show you how to do just that, and explain the different factors that may influence the decision.
What to do if power steering pump fails
If you’re having trouble steering your Chevy Silverado and you think the power steering pump may be the problem, here’s what to do.
1. First, try turning the wheel in all directions to see if the problem is confined to a particular direction. If it is, then your only option is to replace the power steering pump. However, if the problem appears to be more widespread, then you may be able to fix it yourself.
2. If you do decide to replace the power steering pump yourself, first unplug the power steering hose from the pump and disconnect the electrical connector from the pump. Then remove the screws that secure the pump cover and unscrew it. Finally, remove the old power steering pump and replace it with a new one.Plug everything back in and screw the pump cover back onto the pump.
Tools needed
To change the power steering pump on a Chevy Silverado, you will need the following tools:
-A Phillips head screwdriver
-A ratchet
-A socket set
-High pressure air
-A bucket or a large container to catch the fluid
1. Start by disconnecting the negative battery cable. If your truck has airbags, leave them disconnected until after you’ve replaced the pump.
2. Use the Phillips head screwdriver to remove the six screws that hold the power steering reservoir cover in place. Be careful not to lose these screws!
3. Carefully pull off the reservoir cover. You’ll see the power steering pump inside. Replacing the pump is a fairly straightforward process: just unscrew it from the housing, slide it into the housing, and tighten the screw. Make sure to replace the gasket if it’s there. Replace the screw and replace the cover, and reattach the negative battery cable. Put everything back together in reverse order!
Procedure
If you are experiencing difficulty steering your Chevy Silverado, it may be time to change the power steering pump. This guide will outline the procedure for replacing the pump on a Chevy Silverado.
First, park the truck in a safe location and turn off the vehicle. Next, remove the front wheel by loosening the lug nuts and removing the wheel. You can also remove the hub cap if desired.
Next, you will need to unbolt the power steering pump from the motor mount. On most models, this is done by removing two bolts that are located near the motor mount. Once the bolts are removed, pull the power steering pump out of its mount. Be sure to label and store all of the parts in a safe place before you begin disassembly.
To replace the power steering pump on a Chevy Silverado, first install new seals on either side of the pump body. Next, install the pump body assembly onto the seals using new O-ring seals and screws. Make sure that all of the parts line up correctly before you tighten the screws down. Once everything is tightened down, reattach the wheel, hub cap and lug nuts and drive your truck back to normal.
Notes
If you are having trouble with your power steering pump on your Chevy Silverado, here is a step-by-step guide on how to change it.
1. First, make sure that all parts of the power steering system are properly drained and unplugged. This includes the power steering pump, reservoir, and lines.
2. Remove the bolts that hold the power steering reservoir in place.
3. Carefully lift the reservoir off of the pump and set it aside.
4. Remove the four bolts that hold the pump in place and remove it from the vehicle.
5. Clean all metal parts of the pump and replace any worn or damaged parts.
6. Reinstall the power steering reservoir, bolts, and pump into the vehicle in the reverse order of removal.