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Begin by removing the air cleaner box. There are three bolts in the bottom that are access by removing the filter. Be careful when separating the various air line form the box. Begin by breaking loose the high pressure line. This is a 5/8" hex on most Jeeps. Remove the low pressure return line as well. Loosen the jam nut on the belt adjuster under the pump and loosen the drive belt.

Next remove the three bolts on the back of the power steering pump. Remove the pivot bolt on the front of the pump. Remove the bracket and pump as an assembly. Use a pulley removal tool to remove the plastic pulley from the pump. Most Auto parts stores have these as loaners for this job. Put the two halves of the puller together over the groove in the pulley and the tool. Slide the sleeve over the two halves. Turn the bolt to press off the pulley.

Now remove the bolts that hold the pump to the bracket. Bolt the new pump to the bracket. Press the old pulley onto the new pump using the press in the kit. Thread the stud into the treads in the pump shaft. Place the pressing washer over the stud. Turn the nut to press the pulley into place. Mount the bracket back on the engine and reconnect the lines.

Adjust the belt tension. Replace the air box and filter. Reconnect any air lines that were removed. Fill the reservoir with new fluid but do not start the engine. Note, if the old fluid looked contaminated, milky or black; you may want to flush the system before continuing. Follow the instruction in the pump kit. Turn the wheel from lock to lock.

Check the fluid level and top up if needed. Start the engine and again rotate the wheel from lock to lock slowly. Check the fluid level again and refill as needed. Check for leaks and correct any you find. Replace the cap.

Mike Strawbridge is a Performance Improvement Coach who loves helping people achieve what they truly want in life and business. To learn more about how to save money on Jeep repairs see ==> http://mikestrawbridge.com/blog.

Maintaining Mazda Engine

Mazda engines are of different sizes and various types. Nonetheless, they all have similar auto parts; they just vary in design and output. Another common denominator of these engines is that they need regular tune-ups and engine maintenance in order to yield fuel economy, longer engine life, and greener environment.

Radiator and heater hoses, not like some other hoses, can be replaced by you alone. It is advised to inspect these hoses for leaks, softness (which can indicate deterioration in the interior), hardness (which keeps clamps from sealing) and swells.

When scheduled for radiator hose replacement, start by draining the cooling system or capturing the antifreeze. Refill the radiator and overflow "throw up" tank with the recommended mixture of antifreeze and water. Your owner’s manual will guide you in coming up with such mixture. And still according to your manual, "burp" the cooling system.

The Mazda valve cover also needs regular inspection. It is the hard metal cover that is located on top of the cylinder head that is tasked to prevent leaks and firmly cover the valve train. This engine part is very important because it allows protection for the engine and keeps it away from oil spills.

Most of the latest vehicle models use a serpentine-belt system. Automatically adjusting the single belt is a spring-loaded tensioner. A broken belt will disable almost all vehicle accessories. It is therefore appropriate to regularly inspect the belt for missing ribs and rumbled plies. And to help you, a belt-routing diagram is usually seen somewhere under the hood.

Following the recommendations in your owner’s manual, replace the paper-style air filter elements which are more often under dusty conditions. Inspect the old air filter and see if there are dirt and debris. By merely removing the old element, replace it with a new one. But make sure not to drop the lid's wing nuts down the throttle bore or intake (if so equipped) in the process.

Also, see to it that the new filter is properly located in the housing. Take note that inside some vehicles is a foam element inside the air-cleaner housing where the valve cover hose attaches to the air cleaner. This element should also be replaced regularly.

Filtering emitted gases before they circulate back to the air cleaner are the positive-crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve. Consult your Mazda owner’s manual for the accurate period of replacement of the PCV.

The exhaust gas recirculation or the EGR valve utilizes exhaust to minimize cylinder temperature, which in turn minimizes emitted nitrogen. One of the symptoms of a faulty EGR (as is a failed emissions test) is engine pinging. To assure the proper functioning of the valve, it should be checked with an external vacuum pump.

The engine cap and rotor should also not to be taken for granted. Although electronic ignitions do not require that much maintenance, the distributor cap and rotor still depreciates over time. Oxidation and carbon deposits make the strength and timing of the sparks weak. Therefore, one still needs to maintain the engine cap and rotor.

The external cracks on the plug wires are indicators that the engine part needs to be replaced. With the engine running, faulty wires will also show visible sparks in the dark. In this case, they also need replacement.

When replacing the distributor cap, inspect the plug wires as well. Only remove a single wire at a time, regardless of whether the wires will be replaced or not.

Modern spark plugs now come "pre-gapped." However, it is still wise to verify the gap before installing new plugs. And to lessen the chance of cracking the plugs' insulators, always use a spark-plug socket.

The oxygen sensor over looks emissions and informs the vehicle how to adjust the air/fuel ratio for efficiency at its best. Over a long time, the nose of the sensor becomes clogged with carbon. As a result, faulty readings are produced. The replacement of the oxygen sensor is just the same as changing a spark plug. But for an easier job, buy an exact-match sensor.

Another significant engine part, also needs regular replacement is the fuel replacement. To lessen the mess in replacing the filter, release the fuel pressure from the system following the recommendation in the Mazda owner’s manual. Then, disconnect the battery, keep smokers far enough, pop the old filter loose, catch seeping gas in a coffee can or other suitable container. Finally, the installation of the new filter will come next.

The timing belts should also be changed at the recommended intervals. A broken belt can inhibit expensive valve train damage.

Maintaining you Mazda engine may sometimes be costly but it is all worth it when performance, comfort and convenience are at stake.

About the Author

Kraig Johanssen is a native of Connecticut and holds a degree in Software Engineering. He now works at a software development firm in Alabama. His love for writing and great interest on cars makes him a proficient contributing author to various automotive magazines.

why does my 98 civic keep overheating?

hey guys i have a 98 civic dx and the problem that im having is that it keeps overheating! the water box on the left side of the radiator is full but the radiator itself is empty! i topped it off to where it needed to be and went to my familys house and on the way back it started overheating on the freeway. i opened the radiator cap and alot of pressure came out but the radiator was empty! i checked the oil and it seems fine no milky oil etc the hoses all seem to be fine. i replaced the radiator cap (oem) about 2 weeks ago so im pretty sure its not that. what can possibly be causing this problem? bad radiator? water pump? any help would be greatly appreciated thanks.

fill your radiator with radiator fluid and start your car and let it run. check to see if the radiator fluid leaking out of the radiator anywhere. that's all i can think of. you may need to put in a new radiator. i used to have a 93 civic ex and i crashed into a ditch and messed up the radiator and had to replace it because it was leaking and the car kept overheating like yours seems to be.

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