Is there pressure in power steering reservoir?

You should have the power steering reservoir cap checked to make sure the vent on cap is not blocked. Also make sure the system is bled of excessive air in the system. Once these two things are checked then you should not have any pressure build up in the reservoir. If the cap vent is clogged it will build up pressure.

How to replace the power steering pump on a Dodge Intrepid?

Reinstall the three bolts that secure the pump body to the engine bracket. Torque the bolts to 40 ft. lbs. Attach the power steering pressure hose to the pump body, by screwing the retaining nut on the hose to the outlet port on the pump.

How do you remove a power steering pump?

Loosen and slide back the hose clamp on the power steering inlet hose, using needle-nose pliers. This will be the hose on top of the pump, near the pulley. Pull the hose off the pump. Loosen and disconnect the fitting that secures the power steering pressure hose to the pump body, using a wrench.

How to change a leaking power steering hose high?

After you have found the leak and know you need to change your power steering pressure hose here are the steps. 7) Check how hose is attached, so the new one goes on the same. 12) Top off power steering fluid to cold line. 13) Next time you drive check the fluid level again. Virtually the same steps for any make of vehicle.

How do you install a power steering pulley?

Place the pulley onto the new power steering pump shaft. Make sure it is sitting squarely on top of the pump shaft. Thread a power steering pump pulley installer tool into the threads machined in the center of the pump shaft. Hold the bolt head at the top of the installer with a wrench.

Is there pressure in power steering reservoir?