Have you ever had to remove the power steering pump pulley on a vehicle but couldn’t find the puller? Don’t worry, we have the solution for you! In this article, we will show you how to remove the pulley without using a puller, using simple hand tools.
Identification of the Pulley
If you’re having trouble removing the power steering pump pulley without a puller, this guide will help identify the pulley.
First, remove the air cleaner assembly. On some vehicles, there may be two screws holding it in place. Once it’s free, lift it off and set it aside.
Next, use a flashlight to shine down into the power steering pump area. You’ll see the pulley mounted on a shaft that runs through the housing. It may or may not be loose. If it isn’t loose, use a wrench to tighten the set screw just below the pulley. Be sure to use a light weight wrench so you don’t damage the set screw. If the Pulley is Loose, using a Puller is Required
If the Pulley is Tight and doesn’t require any additional adjustment, skip ahead to step 4.
If the Pulley is Loose and requires adjustment, loosen the set screw just below the Pulley with your wrench and then carefully pull it off of the shaft. There should be some sort of retaining clip that holds it on. Carefully pop up the clip with your fingers and then remove the Pulley.
Removal of the Pulley
If you are experiencing a loss of power steering, there is a good chance that the power steering pump pulley is the problem. This pulley is located on the front of the engine and sits between the pump and the gearbox. In order to remove it, you will need a puller.
The first step is to determine which side of the engine the pulley is on. Once you have determined this, use a diagram or your car’s owner’s manual to identify where the bolts that hold the pulley in place are located. Once you have located these bolts, use a screwdriver to pry them off.
Be very careful when removing the Pulley as it can easily fall off and shatter on the ground if not handled properly. Once the bolts are removed, gently pull on the pulley until it comes free from the engine. Make sure to clean any debris that may have gotten stuck in between the gears while they were spinning.
Cleaning and Maintenance
If you’re like most car enthusiasts, you love your car and hate anything that gets in the way of its operation. Specifically, you despise power steering pump pulleys – those pesky little devices that aid in the movement of your steering wheel.
Unfortunately, power steering pump pulleys can be a real pain to remove without a puller. And if you don’t clean them regularly, they can develop all sorts of gunk and debris that will make removing them a real pain – or even impossible.
In this blog post, we’re going to show you how to clean and maintain your power steering pump pulleys without resorting to a puller. By following our tips, you’ll be able to keep your pulleys in good working order for years to come.