Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Power Steering Pump Seal

[RDolsak]

I have a engine oil leak around the power steering pump shaft where it slides into the engine accessary gears below the VP-44. I have removed the PS pump and slide it rearward out of the way. The shaft is about 1" dia. and faces forward through a ruber and metal ring seal that keeps the engine oil on the shaft and gears side of this assy. connection.



I need to remove this shaft recepticle connection assy. that has two bolts facing forward mounting to the aft side of the accesory gear case.



THE QUESTION?



Can I remove this next assy. to gain access to this seal without any surprises like droping any shaft key or messing up gear alignment?

As always, Thanks to all of you who have helped me in the past!



Rob



2000 2500 5. 9L short bed 2WD

 

[RDolsak]

OK, so I am learning as I go. Is the vacuum pump between the Power Steering Pump and the accessary gear case?



Rob

 

[ryecreek]

genos garage has a seal kit with good instructions

yes it comes apart (p/s vac pump) no alignment issues

 

[hsmith]

Remove the vacuum pump and reseal it. Don't try it in place.

 

[RDolsak]

All my questions answered once again. THANKS ALL!



Just got off the phone with Pete Gould at fixinrams.com



Upgraded Vacuum seal kit with tools and DVD on the way. Should have her back on the road this weekend!



Rob

 

[RCrosby]

Did my pump, and a couple friends truck. It's a very easy job to do. Just take you time. Good luck