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Power Steering Pressure Control Valve: Service and Repair




Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve Replacement - Off Vehicle

Disassembly Procedure




1. Drain the oil from the reservoir (1).
2. Remove the connector and fitting assembly (2).
3. Remove the control valve assembly (4) from the pump housing (1). Make sure the flow control spring (5) does not fall out of the pump housing (1).
4. Remove and discard the O-ring seal (3) from the connector and fitting assembly (2).

Assembly Procedure




1. Install the flow control spring (5), if removed from the pump housing (1).
2. Lubricate the new O-ring seal (3) with power steering fluid.
3. Install the O-ring seal (3) onto the connector and fitting assembly (2).
4. Install the control valve assembly (4).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

5. Install the connector and fitting assembly (2) and tighten to 75 Nm (55 lb ft).

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