Power Steering
POWER STEERINGPower Steering Pump
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 block by three bolts.
- The power steering pump is replaced as an assembly.
- An identification tag attached to the power steering pump indicates the model number and bar code. Refer to these when pump replacement is required.
- The power steering pump uses a quick connect fitting for the power steering pressure hose.
- The power steering oil reservoir is mounted on the LH side of the upper radiator support crossmember.
Steering Gear
Steering Gear:
The steering gear has 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.
- It uses a dot matrix ID mark on the gear housing between the valve housing and the sector shaft housing cover.
System View
System View:
Steering Gear Identification
Steering Gear Identification:
CAUTION: Always use the ID code when ordering service parts.
An identification tag may be attached to the valve housing.
Pump Identification
Pump Identification:
CAUTION: Always use the ID code when ordering service parts.
The pump identification code is located on a tag attached to the power steering pump.