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ENGINE SPEED SENSING POWER STEERING

N-17prose procedure

Fluid pressure

  1. 1
    Assemble the SST as shown in the figure.
    SST gauge assembly with three labeled tool numbers: 49 1232 670A (pressure gauge), 49 H002 671 (hose adapter), and 49 B032 302 (valve/fitting). The gauge is mounted vertically with hoses connected.
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  2. 2
    Disconnect the high-pressure hose from the oil pump. Attach the SST.
    Before disconnecting the hose, make marks at the connections for proper reinstallation.
    Engine bay view showing the oil pump area with high-pressure hose connection point. The hose routing is visible.
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  3. 3
    Bleed the air from the system. (Refer to page N-15.)
  4. 4
    Open the gauge valve fully. Start the engine and turn the steering wheel fully left and right to raise the fluid temperature to 50—60°C (122—140°F).
    Hands holding the steering wheel, demonstrating turning the wheel fully left and right to raise fluid temperature.
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  5. 5
    Close the gauge valve completely. Increase the engine speed to 1,000—1,500 rpm and measure the fluid pressure generated by the oil pump. If the pressure is not within specification, replace the oil pump assembly.
    If the valve is left closed for more than 15 seconds, the fluid temperature will increase excessively and adversely affect the oil pump.
    Diagram of thermometer reading 50-60°C (122-140°F) with gauge showing valve fully closed position. Shows SST connection layout.
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  6. 6
    Open the gauge valve fully and increase the engine speed to 1,000—1,500 rpm.
    Diagram of thermometer reading 50-60°C (122-140°F) with gauge showing valve fully open position. Shows SST connection layout.
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SST assembly
39 - 49N·m
Oil pump fluid pressureengine 1,000—1,500 rpm, valve closed
7,603—8,339 kPa (77.5—85.0 kg/cm², 1,102—1,209 psi)kPa

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