Sidekick JS 2D Soft Top 2WD L4-1.6L (1997)
Power Steering Pump: Description and Operation
POWER STEERING (P/S) PUMP
The power steering pump is a vane type and is driven by the V-ribbed belt from the crankshaft.
FLOW CONTROL VALVE
As the discharge rate of the P/S pump increases in proportion to the pump revolution speed, a flow control valve is added to control it so that the
optimum amount of fluid for steering operation is supplied according to the engine speed (driving condition).
Described below is its operation at different engine speeds.
When Idling
The fluid discharged from the pump is supplied through the clearance around the rod in orifice A1, to the gear box.
