General Information

Steering Pump, Cooler And Gear:

DESCRIPTION
The power steering system consist of a steering column attached to the steering gear by a upper and lower intermediate shaft. The variable ratio power steering gear is mounting the left frame rail. The gear has a pitman arm which is attached to the steering linkage.

Power assist is provided by an engine mounted hydraulic pump. The pump supplies hydraulic fluid pressure to the steering gear. Some models are equipped with an oil cooler which is mounted below the power steering pump.

COMPONENTS
Power steering systems consist of:
- Steering column
- Upper and lower intermediate shaft
- Variable ratio recirculating-ball steering gear
- Steering linkage
- Belt driven hydraulic steering pump
- Pump pressure and return hoses
- Power steering cooler (optional)