Does a power steering pump need to be bled?
After replacing a power steering pump or pressure hose, it’s always a good plan to flush and bleed the power steering system of air. For most power steering-equipped vehicles, this is a simple process. Turning the steering wheel lock to lock several times will remove any unwanted air in there.
Where is the bleed valve on power steering pump?
Locate the power steering bleed valve on the steering box. If you have difficulty finding it, just follow the high pressure line from the power steering pump to the other end, which will be in the power steering box. Push a hose on the end of the bleeding valve.
How much fluid do you need to replace a power steering pump?
Power Steering pump (to replace defective pump) Two (2) quarts power steering fluid or appropriate ATF (to flush and fill). More than 2 quarts if flushing the rack is desired. Power Steering Pulley Puller set (to remove and attach the pulley).
Where is the alignmnet on a power steering pump?
The far end of the alignmnet tool rests on the crankshaft pulley, and the near end is on the power steering pulley. Alignment is made with the power steering pulley puller and press. Adjust the power steering pulley until it is well in line with the crankshaft pulley.
How do you replace a power steering pump on a Ford Thunderbird?
On the Ford Thunderbird, the pump is accessible without removing any other equipment. 1) Flush the power steering system. This way, the rack is filled with fresh fluid, in preparation for receiving the new pump. 2) Drain the power steering system. Next, prepare to remove the Power Steering pump by removing the accessories from the system.
How do you attach a power steering pulley?
Attach Power Steering pulley. This is performed with the pulley press. The press has two pieces — (a) a through bolt, and (b) a hub press. 1) Screw the hub press completely on the through bolt. 2) Grease the pulley and the pump hub. 3) Place pulley on pump hub. 4) Attach through bolt into hub.