Passport EX 4WD V6-3165cc 3.2L DOHC MFI (2001)
Check that the groove in the vane is free from excessive wear and that the vane slides smoothly. When part replacement becomes necessary, the pump
cartridge should be replaced as a subassembly.
Vane
Sliding faces of the vane should be free from wear. (Particularly the curved face at the tip that contact with the cam should be free from wear and
distortion). When part replacement becomes necessary, the pump cartridge should be replaced as a subassembly.
Cam
The inner face of the arm should have a uniform contact pattern without a sign of step wear. When part replacement becomes necessary, the pump
cartridge should be replaced as a subassembly.
Side Plate
The sliding faces of parts must be free from step wear (more than 0.01 mm), which can be felt by the finger nail. The parts with minor scores may be
reused after lapping the face.
Relief Valve
The sliding face of the valve must be free from burrs and damage. The parts with minor scores may be reused after smoothing with emery cloth (#800
or finer).
Shaft
Oil seal sliding faces must be free from a step wear which can be felt by the finger nail. Bushing fitting face must be free from damage and wear.
O-ring, Oil Seal, Snap Ring
Be sure to discard used parts, and always use new parts for installation. Prior to installation, lubricate all seals and rings with power steering fluid.
Pressure Switch
Check the switch operation as follows:
With engine idling and A/C on, turn the steering wheel fully to the left; compressor should interrupt and engine idle speed will increase. Shut off A/C
and again turn steering fully to the left; engine idle will increase. If system fails to function properly, disconnect connector at the pressure switch and
repeat system check while testing continuity across disconnected SW connector.
REASSEMBLY
1. Install oil seal to front housing. Be sure to discard used oil seal, and always use new parts for installation.