RAM 3500 HD Truck Power Steering Pump Service and Repair (2008)
2. Install 3 pump mounting bolts through the pulley access holes. Tighten the bolts to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).
3. Reconnect the pressure line (4) and return hose (3) to the pump and reservoir. Tighten the pressure line to 37 Nm (27 ft. lbs.).
4. Tighten the pump bracket bolt (3) to the block.
5. Install the serpentine drive belt, See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Engine/Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories/Drive Belt/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement/Accessory Drive Belt - Installation .
6. Fill the power steering pump, See: Power Steering Bleeding/Service and Repair .
Power Steering Pump Pulley - Removal
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Do not reuse the old power steering pump pulley it is not intended for reuse. A new pulley must be installed if removed.
1. Remove the power steering pump assembly (1), See: Power Steering Pump - Removal .
2. Remove the pulley (2) from the pump using (OTC(R) 7185) power steering pulley removal tool or equivalent (3).
Power Steering Pump Pulley - Installation
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Do not reuse the old power steering pump pulley it is not intended for reuse. A new pulley must be installed if removed.
1. Replace the pulley (2) if it's bent, cracked, or loose.
