TL V6-3.2L (2004)
Power Steering Pump: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
Pump Replacement
1. Place a suitable container under the vehicle.
2. Remove the right side engine component cover (A).
3. Drain the power steering fluid from the reservoir.
4. Remove the side engine mount bracket (A).
5. Remove the drive belt (A) from the pump pulley.
6. Cover the auto-tensioner, alternator, and A/C compressor with several shop towels to protect them from spilled power steering fluid. Disconnect
the pump inlet hose (B) and pump outlet hose (C) from the pump (D), and plug them. Take care not to spill the fluid on the body or parts. Wipe off
any spilled fluid at once. Do not turn the steering wheel with the pump removed.
7. Remove the pump mounting bolts (E).
8. Cover the opening of the pump with a piece of tape to prevent foreign material from entering the pump.
9. Connect the pump inlet hose and Pump outlet hose onto the new pump.
10. Loosely install the pump in the pump bracket with the mounting bolts, then tighten the pump fittings securely.
