What happens if your power steering pulley is bad?
Another sign your power steering pump pulley is not working properly is steering that is choppy or jumpy as you are driving down the road. This is caused by a slipping belt, which heats up the pulley system too much. The heat damages the seals and bearings in the power steering pump.
How do you remove a power steering pulley without a puller?
The easiest and most common method to remove power steering pulley bolt is by hitting it with an impact tool. However, another method is by using a wrench to unbolt it. You simply have to turn it counterclockwise to remove and then clockwise to tighten it back.
How does a power steering pump pulley work?
A hydraulic power steering pump is driven by a serpentine or drive belt that is attached to the power steering pump pulley. As the pulley is driven by this belt and begins to spin, it turns an input shaft inside the pump which creates pressure inside of the pump’s housing.
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How can I tell if my power steering pulley is broken?
When the power steering pump pulley is wearing out or has broken, it may display a few common warning signs that indicate service is needed. You many notice a whining sound coming from the pump pulley, the power steering feeling tight when driving, or the pulley being damaged when a belt breaks.
Where is the serpentine belt on a power steering pump?
To remove the serpentine belt, loosen the tensioner pulley that is located on the left side of the motor (as you’re looking at the motor). Once the tensioner pulley is loose, you can slip the belt off rather easily. If your power steering pump is driven by the drive belt, you’ll have to remove this belt as well.