Power Steering
Power SteeringThe power steering system consists of the following:
^ Power steering pump
^ Power steering fluid reservoir
^ Rack-and-pinion steering gear
^ Power steering fluid cooler (part of A/C condenser)
^ Power steering pressure and return lines/hoses
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 3 bolts.
^ 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 steering gear has the following features:
^ Torsion-bar type hydraulic assisted system
^ Reduces road shock and vibration
^ Includes a rotary-style hydraulic valve
^ Serviceable turn tubes and seals
Steering Gear Identification
The steering gear has a bar code label on the bottom LH side of the housing. The label includes the part number as well as a manufacturing code. The code is also stamped into the housing on the web between the RH and LH mounts.
^ 21306A0203
The code is interpreted as follows:
^ 213 - Julian Date (August1)
^ 06 - Year
^ A0203 - Serial Number