Power steering pulley replacement

2000 FORD ESCORT

175,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL

ERIBUSH92

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2 POSTS

The power steering pulley fell off and that has not happened before. I want to replace it but need some instructions on what tools to use and how to reinstall a new one.

Jul 1, 2018 at 10:47 PM

ASEMASTER6371

✓Experienced Mechanic
52,796 POSTS

Good morning.

Instructions below.

Roy

Removal

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1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the power steering pump reservoir.

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3. Remove the (A) bolts and position the (B) power steering pressure hose aside.

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4. Remove the (A) bolts and position the (B) power steering pressure hose support bracket aside.

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5. Rotate the (A) drive belt tensioner to release the tension and remove the (B) drive belt.

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6. Remove the (A) generator bolts and position the (B) generator (GEN) aside.

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7. Use (A) Strap Wrench to remove the (B) pulley bolts.
8. Remove the power steering pump pulley.

Installation

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