Steering: Description and Operation

Power Steering








Power Steering-Hydraulic System

NOTE: Navigator shown, Expedition similar.

Power Steering Pump
The CIII power steering pump has the following features:
^ It is a belt-driven, vane-type, power steering pump.
^ It is mounted directly to the engine by three bolts.
^ The power steering pump uses a quick-connect fitting for the power steering pressure hose.
^ The power steering pump is replaced as an assembly.
^ The identification tag attached to the power steering pump indicates the model number and bar code. Refer to the identification tags when installing a new pump.

Power Steering Gear
The Expedition and Navigator steering gears have the following features:
^ It is a torsion-bar type hydraulic assisted system.
^ It reduces road shock and vibration.
^ It includes a rotary-style hydraulic valve.