If you’re ever experiencing a situation where your car is difficult to push, or the steering is noticeably slow, it might be time to check your power steering pump. Check out this guide on how to remove air from a power steering pump so that it can be replaced!
Tools Required
To remove air from a power steering pump, you will need the following:
-A power steering pump removal tool
-A compressor
-Teflon tape
-A vacuum cleaner with a hose
-A bucket or container to catch the fluid
1. Start by turning off the engine and disconnecting the battery.
2. Remove the cover of the power steering pump.
3. Place the removal tool over the top of the pump and squeeze it together while pulling it out of the pump.
4. Carefully unscrew the bolts that hold the stator to the housing.
5. Carefully pull off the stator and housing.
6. Disconnect the hoses from the pump.
7. Clean all debris from inside of the housing and replace both parts with new ones if necessary.
8. Reattach all hoses and reconnect battery.
9. Reconnect cover to pump and turn on engine.
10. Check for leaks by running a vacuum cleaner with a hose over all areas where fluid may have leaked out (especially around bolts). If there are no leaks, reattach battery and start car
Steps to Remove Air From Power Steering Pump
Remove the power steering pump from the vehicle.
Remove the bolts that secure the cover to the pump.
Remove the cover from the pump.
Check for air bubbles in the fluid.
Clean the pump and cover with a solvent.
Replace the cover andsecure it with bolts.
Refill the fluid and replace the cover onthe pump.
Conclusion
If you’re experiencing difficulty with your power steering pump, there are a few steps that you can take to try and resolve the issue. First, try disconnecting the battery and running the car without it. This will drain any residual power left in the pump and might help to clear it of any debris or build-up. Next, if your car has an access panel in the engine bay, remove the cover and clean out any debris or grit that may be causing trouble. Finally, pour some brake cleaner into the intake pipe on top of the power steering pump and turn your car back on. If everything fails but you still experience problems with your power steering, it might be time for a new pump!