For 1990-2009 cars

### Tools Required

• | J 5176-E Power Steering Pressure Tester 0-2000 psi

• | J 5176-92 18 mm Power Steering Gauge Adapter

If you suspect a hydraulic or mechanical malfunction of one of the following components, perform this procedure in order to determine the cause:

• | The power steering pump

• | The power steering gear

1. Place a drain pan under the remote reservoir.
2. Disconnect the outlet hose at the remote reservoir.
3. Connect a spare pressure hose to the remote reservoir.

Important: Test the power steering system using the J 5176-E . Testing the power steering system with the J 25323-A will measure the flow rate and the pressure.

4. Connect the J 5176-E and the J 5176-92 to the following hoses:

• | The outlet hose

• | The spare pressure hose

5. Open the valve on the J 5176-E .
6. Start the engine.

Allow the engine to reach a normal operating temperature.

7. Ensure that the engine is at idle and that the valve on the J 5176-E is open.
8. Read the pressure reading.

Important: The pressure should be no more than 1 050 kPa (150 psi).

9. If the pressure is more than 1 050 kPa (150 psi), perform the following steps:

• | Inspect the hoses for restrictions.

• | Inspect the popper valve on the steering gear for the proper installation.

Notice: Do not leave the valve fully closed for more than 5 seconds, or the pump could be damaged internally.

10. Fully close the valve on the J 5176-E three times.

Record the pressure readings each time.

The power steering pump is functioning properly when the pressure readings fall within the following range:

• | Each reading is at least 6 895 kPa (1,000 psi).

• | The 3 readings are within 345 kPa (50 psi) of each other.

11. The power steering pump control valve is sticking if the following conditions exist:

• | The pressure readings are at least 6 895 kPa (1,000 psi).

• | The pressure readings are not within 345 kPa (50 psi) of each other.

12. If the pressure readings indicate that there is a sticking flow control valve, perform the following steps:

12.1. | Remove the flow control valve.

12.2. | Clean the flow control valve.

Remove any burrs using a crocus cloth of fine hone.

12.3. | Flush the system if the system contains any contamination.

13. If the pressure readings are less than 6 895 kPa (1,000 psi), complete the following steps:

13.1. | Replace the flow control valve.

13.2. | Retest the flow control valve.

13.3. | If the pressure is still below 6 895 kPa (1,000 psi), replace the following components:

• | The rotor

• | The vanes

14. If the pressure readings are within specifications, perform the following procedure:

14.1. | With the flow control valve open, have an assistant turn the steering wheel to both sides.

14.2. | Record the highest pressures.

14.3. | Compare the pressure with the highest pump pressures that you recorded earlier.

15. If the pressure at both stops is not the same as the maximum pressure previously recorded, then the steering gear is leaking internally.

Repair the steering gear if the steering gear is leaking internally.

16. Turn off the engine.
17. Remove the J 5176-E and J 5176-92 .

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

18. Connect the outlet hose to the remote reservoir.

Tighten
Tighten the hydraulic pump hose fitting nut to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).

19. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .