Checking pump delivery pressure

Make

Volkswagen

Model

Golf Mk2

Section

Steering › Repairing power assisted steering › Checking pump delivery pressure

Running gearChecking pump delivery pressure

Checking pump delivery pressure   Note

t  Sealing surfaces at connections of power steering tester -V.A.G 1402- and parts of power steering differ. The two adapters shown must therefore be used when checking pressure. t  Adapter -V.A.G 1402/1 A- t  Adapter set -V.A.G 1402/2- –  Disconnect pressure line from pump.

–  Install adapter and test equipment. Cut-off valve on pressure gauge open. –  Start engine and, if necessary, top up fluid level in reservoir. –  With engine running at idling speed, close shut-off valve (not longer than 5 seconds) and read pressure. Specification: 76 ... 82 bar pressure. –  Renew pump if reading is higher or lower than specified → Chapter.

01 Steering & suspension