Power Steering Pump; Removal/Installation - Acura 3.5 RL Manual

Power Steering Pump

Removal/Installation

NOTE: Before disconnecting the hoses from the pump,
place a suitable container under the vehicle.
1. Remove the air cleaner (ACL) and intake air duct.
2. Remove the belt by loosening the pump mounting
bolt, nut and adjusting bolt.
3. Disconnect the inlet and outlet hoses from the pump,
and plug the hoses.
NOTE: Take care not to spill the fluid on the body
or parts. Wipe off any spilled fluid at one.
4. Remove the pump mounting bolt, nut and adjusting
bolt, then remove the pump.
NOTE:
• Do not turn the steering wheel with the pump
removed.
• Wrap the opening of the pump with a piece of
tape to prevent foreign material from entering the
pump.
5. Connect the inlet and outlet hoses. Tighten the pump
fittings securely.
6. Loosely install the pump in the pump bracket with
mounting bolt, nut and adjusting bolt.
7. Install the pump belt
CAUTION:
• Make sure that the power steering belt is prop-
erly positioned on the pulleys.
• Do not get power steering fluid or grease on the
power steering belt or pulley faces. Clean off any
fluid or grease before installation.
8. Adjust the pump belt (see page 17-15).
9. Install the air cleaner (ACL) and intake air duct.
10. Fill the reservoir to the upper level line (see page
17-16).