Have you ever tried to take a pulley off of a power steering pump? It can be a tricky task, and if you don’t do it correctly, you could end up damaging the pump or the pulley. In this article, we’ll show you how to take a pulley off of a power steering pump without any damage.
Materials You Will Need
Materials you will need to take the pulley off of a power steering pump may include:
-A socket set
-A ratchet and extension
-A 7/8″ wrench
-A 1″ wrench
-appropriate ratchet strap
Removal Procedure
If your power steering pump is not functioning, it may be due to a lack of fluid. In order to take the pulley off of the pump, you will need a large socket and crane or a hoist.
1. Prepare the area by removing any debris or obstructions.
2. Locate the motor mount and loosen the bolts with a wrench.
3. Remove the motor mount assembly from the car.
4. Loosen the bolt on top of the pump and remove it from the car.
5. If you have a crane, use it to remove the pulley from the pump. If not, use a socket and wrench to remove it.
6. Once the pulley is removed, replace any worn or damaged parts with new parts and reassemble the pump according to manufacturer’s instructions.
Reinstalling The Pulley
If you’re like most people, you’ll eventually have to take the pulley off of your power steering pump in order to replace the pump itself. Here’s how to do it…
1. If your pulley is on an axle, use a socket and ratchet to remove the bolt. If your pulley is on a shaft, use a wrench to loosen the nut.
2. Carefully pull the pulley off of the axle or shaft.
3. If your pulley has a bearing on it, be sure to clean it and lubricate it before re-installing it.
4. Replace the bolts and nuts, using a socket and ratchet if necessary. Tighten them evenly until they’re snug but not tight.
5. Reinstall the pulley on the axle or shaft, making sure that the bearing is pressed against the hub of the wheel (or crankcase).
6. Tighten the bolt or nut until it’s snug but not too tight.
Conclusion
If you’re looking to take the pulley off of your power steering pump, there are a few different ways to do it. The easiest way is to use a wrench and socket set. You can also use a ratchet and extension cord. If you don’t have either of those tools, you can try using a jack and lug wrench. Just be sure to measure the circumference of the bolt first so that you know how wide the wrench needs to be.