Power steering pump?

Tiny
FESSA
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  • 2005 TOYOTA CAMRY
  • 150 MILES
We replaced the rack and pump. Still no power assist. The new pump didn't seem to be pumping. No high pressure. Took pump off and manually turned it and it didn't seem to be pumping. Got another new pump and manually turned it by hand and it didn't seem to pump either, so before we put it on, we got a third pump and tested it by hand and it was the same, so we went ahead and put it on. And still so pumping. No fluid circulation in the reservoir.
Saturday, July 22nd, 2023 AT 5:33 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Did you bleed the system? If not, raise the front wheels off the ground. Turn the steering from lock to lock with the engine off several times. Start the engine and do the same thing again. This removed air from the system.

Also, did the new pump come with a pulley already installed or did you install the original one?

Let me know if that helps.

Take care,

Joe
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Saturday, July 22nd, 2023 AT 9:52 PM
Tiny
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It came with the pulley on it. We always turn the steering from lock to lock after installing a rack. My next move this morning is to inspect the reservoir by taking it out and dumping it to see if there is anything in the bottom. Thank you for your response.
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Monday, July 24th, 2023 AT 5:42 AM
Tiny
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Hi,

Thanks for the update. If possible, let me know what you find with the reservoir. Something could be plugging it. I'm interested in knowing.

Take care,

joe
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Monday, July 24th, 2023 AT 9:13 PM
Tiny
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Turned out to be the reservoir. There was a lot of sludge. Even after heavy washing. Fluid ran through it, but apparently the screen wouldn't allow sufficient flow. The takeaway here is. When bench testing a power steering pump, you must use a drill, hand turning it won't do.
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Tuesday, July 25th, 2023 AT 7:00 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

Thanks for the update. Your repair will likely help others.

Regardless, I'm glad to know you have resolved the issue.

Take care and feel free to come back anytime in the future. You are always welcome.

Joe
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Tuesday, July 25th, 2023 AT 8:43 PM

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