Taurus V6-3.0L VIN 2 Flex Fuel (1997)
Power Steering Pressure Switch: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Open hood.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
NOTE: When the battery has been disconnected or reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the strategy.
3. Disconnect electrical connector at Power Steering Pressure (PSP) switch.
4. Remove PSP switch from power steering auxiliary actuator.
INSTALLATION
1. Follow removal procedure in reverse order.
2. Replace O-ring on PSP switch. Tighten PSP switch to 7-14 Nm (62-123 lb in).
3. Fill and bleed power steering system with Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose (ATF) Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX or equivalent meeting Ford
MERCON specification. Check system for leaks and proper operation.
