Oh man I'm knee deep into this and it's a mess. Years of low level PSF leakage has made it a grimy mess. I was getting frustrated and came inside to take a break. Watched your video and man is it simple and spot on. Easy to follow!
my advice on Chevy Astro /GMC Safari power steering pump replacement. DONT. if possible scrap the van first. But this is the best video on it i have seen. The NAPA carlisle puller set is better in my opinion but the set shown is still a good choice avoid all the cheap sets at all costs. Mine did not have the u shaped tube rateher the high pressure hose went directly into the back---which is physically impossible to get started back into the pump with it mounted. But its impossible to get the pump mounted with the hose attached. So you have to get the pump part way in and start the hose connection and once you finally get it in position and bolted tighten the line. GMs official repair guide starts with "step 1--remove engine from vehicle" Anyway nice video glad yours was easier than mine.
Dude, 100% agree. I just did mine and the first reman pump LEAKED which led me to replacing everything a second time, and now it WHINES. Smh. Turned the wheel from side to side hundreds of times
@@ryanhaapala7076 Same here! Not happy...going to replace the Tensioner pulley, Idler pulley and if that does not get rid of the noise, I'll replace the pump! Damn
@@BigZaddy2112 My whining is for sure coming from the new pump. Bought two bad pumps. About to go buy a low mile van and use it for parts lmao. I think I'm going to replace the reservoir, pump, all associated hoses, and the steering rack. That is if I find a good parts van.
Thankyou for making this video, I lost power steering and power assist brakes when started on a zero degree overnight. Followed your instructions and all went as well as these things go, the 36 millimeter spanner wrench is almost a must to take the fan nut off using the flat rod to hold the water pump pully from turning, got the spanner wrench at AutoZone, it was labeled for Ford, but it is the right tool for the job, the fan nut and the 14mm nut on the rear of the pump bracket was the hardest part. Good video, thankfully I didn't have the evil valve, Lol
I really like this video, just a heads up that for a first generation (1985-94) some things are not needed or the same. The tensioner is not the same. You want the AC Delco 38108. The way you loosen the tension is different and so fan pulley removal is not the same. I didn't need the large spanner or the suggested fan bolt tool because there was no large bolt to remove. I also purchased, but could not use the bypass valve. I tried installing it, but it reversed the configuration of the high pressure hose and was impossible to use. I also didn't need the high pressure return line. My 87 uses a simple 1' 3/8 hose for that. The upside is with just a couple of these things returned the cost of the project goes way down. Something else to keep in mind is that I’m not the original owner of my van so somebody may have changed things without me knowing so your specific application may vary. One more thing, he mentions it twice, but doesn't show it. Use grease on your pulley puller set or you will strip it.
I've done everything as the video states. Still no stearing. Question the cap on the reservoir leaks pressure when pumping the brake pedal Is that normal? I replaced it with a new cap and it is the same? I also replaced the steering gearbox AND hydro boost with 0 success? PLEASE HELP
If the steering was working before, maybe you forgot to connect something. I would raise the front end and have someone steer with key on engine off, here I would check to see if the steering shaft is rotating as the steering wheel is rotated. Next I would check to see if the pitman arm is moving as the steering wheel is rotated. Last I would check if the outer tie rod moves as the steering wheel is rotated. All this is to check your basic steering system.
Tools Used (In order of appearance):
hose clamp pliers
flathead screwdriver
stubby flathead (Not shown)(For snorkel tube clamp)[optional step]
10mm socket
ratchet
12" extension
13mm socket
Fan shroud nut tool (Performance Tool W80498)
36mm spanner
hammer
3/8" drive ratchet
OEM Pulley Puller/Installer Kit 27031
13/16 line wrench
16mm socket
silicone grease
penetrating fluid
3" extension
14mm socket
18mm line wrench [For Removing Hose at Hydroboost]
6" extension
1" socket
torque wrench
15mm socket [For Removing P.S. Pump Bracket]
16mm line wrench [Hoses at P.S. Pump]
17mm line wrench [Used With Pulley Installer Tool]
Best power steering pump replacement video on a Astro Safari van on youtube.
Oh man I'm knee deep into this and it's a mess. Years of low level PSF leakage has made it a grimy mess. I was getting frustrated and came inside to take a break. Watched your video and man is it simple and spot on. Easy to follow!
This is the best video regarding the power steering pump for an astro, on TH-cam. 🤝 Thank You.
simple, clear, concise, no bs. why cant all youtube videos be like this
Think this my first ever comment on a TH-cam video. Excellent job and very thorough. Bonus for you not having an annoying voice.
my advice on Chevy Astro /GMC Safari power steering pump replacement. DONT. if possible scrap the van first.
But this is the best video on it i have seen. The NAPA carlisle puller set is better in my opinion but the set shown is still a good choice avoid all the cheap sets at all costs. Mine did not have the u shaped tube rateher the high pressure hose went directly into the back---which is physically impossible to get started back into the pump with it mounted. But its impossible to get the pump mounted with the hose attached. So you have to get the pump part way in and start the hose connection and once you finally get it in position and bolted tighten the line. GMs official repair guide starts with "step 1--remove engine from vehicle" Anyway nice video glad yours was easier than mine.
Dude, 100% agree. I just did mine and the first reman pump LEAKED which led me to replacing everything a second time, and now it WHINES. Smh. Turned the wheel from side to side hundreds of times
@@ryanhaapala7076 Same here! Not happy...going to replace the Tensioner pulley, Idler pulley and if that does not get rid of the noise, I'll replace the pump! Damn
@@BigZaddy2112 My whining is for sure coming from the new pump. Bought two bad pumps. About to go buy a low mile van and use it for parts lmao. I think I'm going to replace the reservoir, pump, all associated hoses, and the steering rack. That is if I find a good parts van.
Incredible video!!! Just what I needed to see to tackle this job on my astro work van that leaks steering fluid.
Thankyou for making this video, I lost power steering and power assist brakes when started on a zero degree overnight. Followed your instructions and all went as well as these things go, the 36 millimeter spanner wrench is almost a must to take the fan nut off using the flat rod to hold the water pump pully from turning, got the spanner wrench at AutoZone, it was labeled for Ford, but it is the right tool for the job, the fan nut and the 14mm nut on the rear of the pump bracket was the hardest part. Good video, thankfully I didn't have the evil valve, Lol
I really like this video, just a heads up that for a first generation (1985-94) some things are not needed or the same. The tensioner is not the same. You want the AC Delco 38108. The way you loosen the tension is different and so fan pulley removal is not the same. I didn't need the large spanner or the suggested fan bolt tool because there was no large bolt to remove. I also purchased, but could not use the bypass valve. I tried installing it, but it reversed the configuration of the high pressure hose and was impossible to use. I also didn't need the high pressure return line. My 87 uses a simple 1' 3/8 hose for that. The upside is with just a couple of these things returned the cost of the project goes way down. Something else to keep in mind is that I’m not the original owner of my van so somebody may have changed things without me knowing so your specific application may vary. One more thing, he mentions it twice, but doesn't show it. Use grease on your pulley puller set or you will strip it.
Great feedback! I will update the video description to say that this method applies to the Gen 2s.
Thanks you. My 94 Astro is getting a new pump this week and this video greatly eased my mind
Great video, clean and precise!
Excellent tutorial the best ever!!!! I have to subscribe you are the best .
Mine leaks for years , tough to see where from ? Reservoir steering box or pump..
Add Power Steering UV Dye, it should narrow down the leak when you shine a UV flashlight on the components.
@@OldSchoolNoe Excellent video. No BS, straight forward and very clear. Thanks
You lowered my stress level. EXCELLENT VIDEO!!!
I’ll be changing mine this weekend . SUBSCRIBED!!
Spot on with everything in your instructions, dad and I say thank you.
Really excellent video, thank you
I've done everything as the video states. Still no stearing.
Question the cap on the reservoir leaks pressure when pumping the brake pedal Is that normal? I replaced it with a new cap and it is the same?
I also replaced the steering gearbox AND hydro boost with 0 success? PLEASE HELP
Did the steering work before you undertook this project?
If the steering was working before, maybe you forgot to connect something. I would raise the front end and have someone steer with key on engine off, here I would check to see if the steering shaft is rotating as the steering wheel is rotated. Next I would check to see if the pitman arm is moving as the steering wheel is rotated. Last I would check if the outer tie rod moves as the steering wheel is rotated. All this is to check your basic steering system.
Excellent video - could you add a list of the tools needed?
Tools Used (In order of appearance):
hose clamp pliers
flathead screwdriver
stubby flathead (Not shown)(For snorkel tube clamp)[optional step]
10mm socket
ratchet
12" extension
13mm socket
Fan shroud nut tool (Performance Tool W80498)
36mm spanner
hammer
3/8" drive ratchet
OEM Pulley Puller/Installer Kit 27031
13/16 line wrench
16mm socket
silicone grease
penetrating fluid
3" extension
14mm socket
18mm line wrench [For Removing Hose at Hydroboost]
6" extension
1" socket
torque wrench
15mm socket [For Removing P.S. Pump Bracket]
16mm line wrench [Hoses at P.S. Pump]
17mm line wrench [Used With Pulley Installer Tool]
Is really needed take off the fan? Thabks.
It is going to be in the way when you remove the power steering pump pulley.
Excellent video DIY
Great video, perfect presentation. You should be a teacher
Excellent video and explained very well. Thank you.
Would this work on 1998 AWD GMC Safari?
it should be similar, I believe there is an extra bracket that needs to be removed.
@@OldSchoolNoethanks. Would the fitting be good?
Does anybody know the bolt size for the rear bracket motor mount?
I just know the long bolt that goes through the motor mount. A 16mm socket fits on the bolthead and a 17mm fits on the nut
Hello can you change the power steering pump of my Chevy ??
I'm currently in Visalia, California. What is your location?
Great job, sir.
Very informative, and transparent
You can buy the line that fits right into the back of the pump without having to buy that bypass tube
Are you busy this weekend??????????
yes, are you located in Ca?
Thank you.
THANK YOU!!! 👍👍 🙌
Tech Bulletin on the EVO Steering System
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