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Replacing Power Steering Pump
Ok I will be getting my power steering pump tomorrow from Green1995SVX and I have a few questions on the install:
First will I have to flush the system somehow, or will putting in new Dex III fluid, driving for a while, and replacing that fluid with a turkey baster be sufficient?...There is a mixture of PS fluid and ATF in there now. The pulleys have oil on them so what is a good way to get these clean before putting on my new belt...will engine degreaser work Also how do I determine the correct tension for the belt? I will also be replacing the O ring so I hope that this fixes my power steering leak once and for all...if not I will have to replace the lines too. Thanks, Caleb |
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I would flush as you described a couple of times. Regular engine degreaser should be just fine to clean the area.
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There was a post sometime ago about draining the ps system and then problems with getting all the air out after refilling. I do not know if this is a common problem or not and it did not make sense to me. I think the system should be ventable by turning the wheels from side to side and checking the level after each turn. However, I would not want to run alot of air thru the rack or the pump. Oil entrained air does not have good lubrication properties.
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