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- How To Install Power Steering Belt 300zx Engine Parts
- How To Install Power Steering Belt 300zx Engine Swap
- How To Install Power Steering Pump
- How To Install Power Steering Belt 300zx Engines
- How To Install Power Steering Belt 300zx Engine Bay
Before replacing the lower engine cover, start the car and slide underneath (while the engine is still running) to verify that you have no leaks from the low pressure hose. Replace lower engine cover, place the car back on the ground, and check power steering fluid against the marker to verify the system is full with the car on level ground.
What is the Power Steering Belt all about?
Power steering is a system that helps steer the vehicle so that only a modest amount of effort is required from the driver. The power steering belt is made of flexible material with one flat side and one grooved side. The belt is wrapped around several pulleys while maintaining a certain amount of tension on the belt at all times. In modern vehicles, one belt, called the serpentine belt, controls the entire system. Older car models, such as those produced before the late 1990s, might have multiple belts with each one controlling a single component. The modern serpentine belt moves power along to several components of the engine, including the power steering system, alternator and air conditioning system. The driver must exert far more energy when the belt is broken because the power steering components will not turn.
How To Install Power Steering Belt 300zx Engine Parts
Keep in mind:
- When the belt breaks, the power steering will stop working.
- The belt may become slack, which will cause it to wear faster and slip; it can cause the steering to feel heavy and jerky.
- You may hear a loud screeching noise when you start the engine.
- Our expert mechanics can make necessary adjustments if a belt is too tight or too loose.
How it's done:
- The hood is opened and the serpentine belt is removed for access to the power steering belt.
- The power steering belt is removed by loosening the power steering pivot and adjuster bolts then pushing down on the pump.
- The new power steering belt is installed onto the pump and the pump is pulled up to tighten the belt. The adjusting and pivot bolts are tightened.
- The serpentine belt is reinstalled and the pulley alignment is checked.
- The engine is run and the power steering system operation is checked.
Our recommendation:
The belt and power steering system should be inspected by our expert mechanics at least every six months or every 6,000 miles. The tension of the belt can be adjusted, which will prevent the belt from breaking if caught in time. Once a belt has been replaced, you should test the vehicle to see how well it steers. Our expert mechanics will test drive the vehicle after replacing the belt in case of any needed adjustments.
What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Power Steering Belt?
- Belt looks worn
- Belt breaks or the steering becomes difficult
- You hear a squealing noise
How important is this service?
If the power steering belt breaks, the vehicle will be difficult to steer leading to dangerous situations. Ignoring the replacement of the power steering belt when it is worn during regular maintenance could result in its failure.
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Easy step by step guide on how to remove a typical power steering pump pulley, though appearances may vary the process is the same for most vehicles.
Difficulty Scale: 4 of 10
Precautions: Never use a hammer to remove or install a power steering pump pulley
Before Beginning the Job
- Place vehicle on level ground and adjust the gear selector to park (standard transmission in gear)
- Allow engine to cool
- Apply parking brake
- Open hood
- Disconnect battery
Step 1 - When replacing a power steering pump the main drive pulley MUST be removed and reinstalled onto the new replacement pump. This pulley is pressed onto the input shaft of the pump which then in turn drives the inner pump workings. This connection allows the engine to transfer its power through the serpentine belt which is fitted over the power steering pump pulley.
Step 2 - The tool will take up about 12 inches in front of the pump so you must clear or remove the pump mounting bracket to allow room. Once this has been achieved and there is sufficient room in front of pump attach the removal tool by fitting the tool into position and using force to turn the press.
Step 3 - When the tool starts working you will here a 'pop' informing you the pulley has started moving. Continue this action until the pulley becomes free of the pump input shaft. Once repairs have been made and the pulley needs to be re-installed' it's best to first warm the pulley to about 120 degrees F.
Step 4 - Make sure the shaft the pulley will be installed on is clean from rust and nicks, this will make the installation processes more difficult. If debris is present use a small piece of sandpaper to smooth out the surface before installation. DO NOT LUBRICATE THE SHAFT OR PULLEY. If grease or oil is present clean thoroughly before installation. Anything but a clean surface can cause the pulley to slip which would create a failure.
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Step 5 - Once the desired temperature has been achieved gently align the pulley onto the shaft. Gently spinning the pulley will ensure a 'square mount' which will start the correct alignment before the installing.
Step 6 - By turning the pulley you can take the wobble out which indicates the pulley is square. Next connect the installation tool to the front of the pump input shaft.
Step 7 - Once the installation is inserted tighten the collar against the pulley. Then continue tightening with wrenches and a ratchet.
Step 8 - Continue to tighten the tool until the pulley is completely installed which means it needs to be flush with the pump input shaft.
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Once the pulley is flush with the input shaft the installation is complete. Reassemble as needed and re-install the serpentine belt.
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Tools Needed to Complete the Job
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- Wrench set
- Socket set
- Safety gloves
- Power steering pulley removal and installation tool
Best Practices
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- Check the power steering fluid level when the job is complete
- Inspect serpentine belt and replace as needed.