TM 9-2320-387-24-2
I 23-4. POWER STEERING PUMP AND STEERING GEAR LEAK TEST
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This task covers:
Leak Test
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools
General mechanic’s tool kit:
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
Power steering analyzer
(Appendix B, Item 120)
Power steering pump and gear test stand
(Appendix D, Fig. D-77)
Manual References
TM 9-2320-387-10
Equipment Condition
l Power steering pump and steering gear installed
properly on test stand.
l Power steering fluid at proper level
(TM 9-2320-387-10).
Maintenance Level
Direct support
1.
Mounting of components to stand is left to discretion of user.
Connect power steering analyzer (2) between power steering pump high-pressure (output) side (8)
and steering gear inlet (6).
2.
Connect a pressure hose (7) between power steering return port (1) and steering gear outlet (5).
3.
Plug unused power steering pump return port (9).
4.
Start electric motor (3) using on/off switch (4).
5.
Power steering pump should be operated at 455-1,475 RPM.
6.
Adjust power steering analyzer pressure to 140-170 psi (965-1,172 kPa).
7.
Check power steering pump and steering gear for leaks.
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NOTE
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