B250 3/4 Ton Van V8-318 5.2L (1985)
Power Steering Pump: Service and Repair
Power Steering Pump Removal and Installation
Removal
1. Loosen pump locking and attaching bolts, then remove drive belt.
2. Disconnect both fluid hoses from pump.
3. Remove pump locking and attaching bolts, then remove pump and bracket assembly.
Installation
1. Position pump on engine and install mounting and locking bolts.
2. Install drive belt and adjust. See Cooling System See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Cooling System
Tighten mounting bolts to 30 ft. lbs. (4 N.m) Do not pry on pump reservoir; use the square hole provided in the mounting bracket.
3. Connect pressure and return hoses.
4. Fill pump reservoir to top of filler neck with Power Steering Fluid.
Caution: Do not use automatic transmission fluid.
5. Start engine and turn steering wheel several times from stop to stop to bleed the system. Stop engine, check oil level and correct if necessary.
