How do you replace a power steering reservoir?
Look at the pump and locate the bolts that hold it to the block. They may be on the outside of the pump housing or within the pulley itself. Use a socket wrench, with an extension, and remove the bolts. Pull out the power steering pump from the block and set it aside. Locate the reservoir on the body of the power steering pump.
How do you remove air from a power steering pump?
Here’s how to remove the air from your power-steering pump. Advertisement. Make sure the engine is off and cool. Remove the power steering reservoir cap and check the power steering fluid level. Add as much fluid as needed to fill it up. Replace the cap.
What to do if your power steering is leaking?
Make sure the engine is off and cool. Remove the power steering reservoir cap and check the power steering fluid level. Add as much fluid as needed to fill it up. Replace the cap. Locate the power steering bleed valve on the steering box.
How do I get power steering fluid out of my car?
With the vehicle off, twist the cap off of the power steering reservoir by twisting it counterclockwise. It will usually say “power steering” on top of the plastic cap. It may also list the type of power steering fluid you need on the cap.
How do you clean a power steering pump?
Loosen the high-pressure metallic line nut on the power steering pump body with a fuel line wrench. Let the fluid drain into a pan. Remove the reservoir cap and use a used turkey baster to suck out all of the power steering fluid. Clean the inside of the reservoir with a rag wrapped around a screwdriver.
How do you change a power steering pump?
Here’s how to replace a power steering pump. Shut off the engine and let it cool off. Locate and identify the power steering pump. Remove the power-steering belt from the pump. Place a pan under the pump and drain the power-steering fluid from the pump by disconnecting the feed and return lines.
Where is the power steering fluid reservoir?
The reservoir that holds your power steering fluid can be found under the hood. It is usually located at the passenger’s side of the vehicle, where the belts in a smaller or transverse-mount engine are located, but you will also sometimes find the reservoir on the driver’s side.