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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 power steering fluid from the power steering pump housing (1).
2. Remove the connector and fitting assembly (2).
3. Remove the control valve assembly (4) from the pump housing. Ensure the flow control spring (5) does not fall out of the pump housing.
4. Remove the O-ring seal (3) from the connector and fitting assembly.
Discard the O-ring seal.

Assembly Procedure




1. Ensure the flow control spring (5) does not fall out of the pump housing (1).
2. Lubricate the NEW O-ring seal (3) with power steering fluid.
3. Install the O-ring seal 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 62 Nm (46 lb ft).