One of the most common car problems is a power steering pump failure. If your power steering pump fails, it will cause your car to become very difficult to control and can even lead to a crash. In this article, we will show you how to replace a power steering pump on a 2007 Pontiac G6.
Jack up car and remove wheel
To replace the power steering pump on a Pontiac G, you will first need to jack up the car and remove the wheel.
Next, you will need to remove the steering column cover by removing the two screws located on either side of it. Once that is removed, you will be able to access the power steering pump from the inside.
To replace the power steering pump, you will need to disconnect the power steering hose from the pump and unscrew the pump. You will also need to remove the washer and nut that are located on top of the pump. After those are removed, you can replace the pump by reassembling it in reverse order.
Remove power steering pump
If you are planning to replace your power steering pump on a Pontiac G, there are a few steps that you will need to take first. The first is to remove the power steering pump from the car. This can be done by removing the four bolts that hold it in place, as well as the belt cover. Once the power steering pump is removed, you will need to unscrew the pump assembly from the car housing. Be sure to clean all parts of the pump before reassembly.
Remove hoses from pump and reconnect to new locations
1. To replace the power steering pump on a Pontiac G, first remove the hoses from the pump and reconnect them to new locations.
2. Make sure the hoses are tight and properly aligned before reattaching them to the pump.
3. Once the hoses are in place, turn the pump on by hitting it with a rubber mallet.
4. Check the alignment of the pump and hoses after turning it on, and adjust as necessary.
Reconnect lines from pump to reservoir and car
1. Disconnect the lines from the power steering pump to the reservoir and car.
2. Reconnect the lines by turning the screws on the side of the pump until they are tight.
3. Make sure fluid is flowing through each line by turning the screw on each line’s connector.
4. Reconnect the power steering reservoir to the car’s reservoir by turning the screw on its connector.
Replace power steering fluid
If your Pontiac G needs a power steering pump replacement, it’s important to replace the power steering fluid first. The power steering fluid helps to steer the car and keep it in its lane.
To replace the power steering fluid, you will need to remove the instrument panel and the engine cover. You then need to unscrew the power steering pump from the intake manifold. After you have removed the power steering pump, you will need to replace the gearbox seal, power steering hose, and power steering pump assembly. Finally, you will need to replace the power steering fluid.
Lower car back down and reattach wheel
If your Pontiac G has power steering, you will need to replace the power steering pump. To do this, first lower your car back down and reattach the wheel. Then, follow these instructions to remove the power steering pump:
1) Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2) Remove the two Phillips head screws that hold the front of the power steering reservoir cover in place.
3) Carefully pull the cover off of the power steering reservoir.
4) Remove the power steering pump by unscrewing it from the mounting bracket. Be careful not to lose any screws or bolts in the process!