B2300 Regular Cab 2WD L4-2.3L VIN A (1997)
Power Steering Pump: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the pressure pipe and return hose from the oil pump.
2. Loosen the belt tension and remove the drive belt from the pulley, referring to the following:
Drive Belt
Loosen drive belt tension by lifting tensioner pulley in a counterclockwise direction. Remove the drive belt.
3. If necessary, remove the oil dipstick tube.
4. Remove in the order shown in the illustration, noting the following steps.
NOTE: Use a container or rags to collect the power steering fluid when disconnecting the pressure pipe and return hose.
Oil Pump Pulley (1)
1. Install Pulley Removal Tool T69L-10300-B or equivalent on the pulley.
2. While holding the Pulley Removal Tool nut stationary with a wrench, rotate the inner spindle of the Pulley Removal Tool clockwise until the
pulley is pulled off the power steering shaft.
NOTE: Inspect all parts and repair or replace as necessary.
INSTALLATION
1. Install in the reverse order of removal, referring to the following.
