Vibe L4-1.8L VIN L (2003)
Power Steering Pump: Service and Repair
Power Steering Pump Replacement
Power Steering Pump Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Place a drain pan under the vehicle in order to catch the draining fluid.
2. Remove the cap (2) from the power steering fluid reservoir.
3. Use a siphon in order to remove the power steering fluid from the reservoir.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
5. Remove the right front tire and wheel assembly.
6. Remove the right front engine splash shield.
7. Remove the drive belt.
Notice:
Refer to Power Steering Hose Disconnected Notice in Service Precautions.
See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Power Steering Hose Disconnected Notice
8. Loosen the hose clamp (9) on the power steering pump inlet hose.
9. Remove the inlet hose from the pump.
10. Remove the bolt (2) from the power steering pump outlet pipe bracket.
11. Remove the outlet pipe fitting (1) from the pump.
12. Disconnect the Power Steering Pressure (PSP) switch connector (3).
13. Remove the following components from the power steering pump front bracket:
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The 2 nuts (7, 8)
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The 2 bolts (5, 6)
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The power steering pump
14. Remove the bolt and the rear bracket (4) from the pump.
15. If the vehicle has AWD, remove the heat shield from the pump.
Installation Procedure