How do you replace a power steering pump on a 2000 dodge durango?

Answer 1

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CAUTIONThe fluid level should be checked with engine off to prevent injury from moving components.

WARNINGUse MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid (2001) or MOPAR® ATF+4 (2002 and later) is to be used in the power steering system. No other power steering or automatic Transmission Fluid is to be used in the system. Damage may result to the power steering pump and system if any other fluid is used. Do not overfill.

1. Wipe filler cap clean, then check the fluid level. The dipstick should indicate COLD when the fluid is at normal temperature (before engine has been operated).
2. Turn steering wheel all the way to the left
3. Fill the pump fluid reservoir to the proper level and let the fluid settle for at least two (2) minutes.
4. Raise the front wheels off the ground.
5. Slowly turn the steering wheel lock-to-lock 20 times with the engine OFF while checking the fluid level.

   NOTEVehicles with long return lines or oil coolers turn wheel 40 times.

6. Start the engine. With the engine idling maintain the fluid level.
7. Lower the front wheels and let the engine idle for two minutes.
8. Turn the steering wheel in both direction and verify power assist and quiet operation of the pump.
9. If the fluid is extremely foamy or milky looking, allow the vehicle to stand a few minutes and repeat the procedure.

   WARNINGDo not run a vehicle with foamy fluid for an extended period. This may cause pump damage.

Removal & Installation

3.7L, 4.7L And 5.7L Engines

1. Drain and siphon the power steering fluid from the pump.
2. Remove the serpentine drive belt.
3. Remove the reservoir return hose at the reservoir.
4. Remove the pressure hose from the pump.
5. Remove the three pump mounting bolts through pulley access holes.
6. Remove the pump from the engine.

To install:

1. Align the pump with the mounting holes on the engine.
2. Install the three pump mounting bolts through the pulley access holes. Tighten the bolts to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the pressure hose to the pump. Tighten the pressure line to 31 Nm (23 ft. lbs.).
4. Install reservoir return hose to the reservoir.
5. Install the serpentine drive belt.
6. Fill the power steering pump.

5.9L Engine

1. Remove the serpentine drive belt.
2. Clamp the fluid return hose and disconnect the hoses from the power steering pump. Cap the fittings.
3. Remove battery ground cable and bracket bolts.
4. Remove the pump assembly.
5. Remove the pump pulley. This will allow access to the pump attaching screws.
6. Remove the pump bracket bolts and remove the bracket.

To install:

1. Install the bracket on the pump and tighten bolts to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
2. Install the pump pulley.
3. Install pump assembly on the engine block and tighten the bolts to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the battery ground wire and tighten nut to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
5. Connect the fluid hoses to the pump.
6. Install the serpentine drive belt.
7. Fill the reservoir with power steering fluid.