2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7L: Replacing the power steering pump
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- Опубліковано 9 кві 2017
- In this video, I replaced the power steering pump on a 2007 Ram 1500 with the 5.7L Hemi. This procedure should be the same for 2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks with the 5.7L. 1500 Mega Cabs, 2500, and 3500 trucks will be similar, but instead of a rack and pinion steering gear, these trucks use a conventional recirculating ball steering box. The hydraulic lines may be routed slightly differently compared to a rack & pinion truck.
I created this video with the UA-cam Video Editor ( / editor ) - Авто та транспорт
Note: These pumps are self bleeding. Keep adding small amounts and keep extra nearby.
Great video my friend! I'm replacing mine on my 05 Hemi 1500 this weekend . This was a perfect reminder of the process.
Good to see another Alaskan putting up how to videos! Thanks!
Glad to see another Alaskan watching my videos. Thank you. :)
Wow. Really well done video. I feel quite confident tackling this myself now. Big Thanks! 😀
I did a radiator many years ago and I managed to take it out find out where it was leaking from, and it was from the bottom of the tanks core so I siliconed it and added a gasket, then I let it dry for a day and, put it back in my camaro and, it lasted until the day I got rid of it.... and I was a 19 year old chick and, now I'm attempting a power steering pump at 47 in a dodge ram 1500 but, by just watching your video and, seeing what I needed to get tool wise, I really think I can conquer this too!!!! Thank you so much for making this an easy fix for a Jersey Girl, and you saved me lots of money for sure.
Thanks so much for this video. Going to replace mine today.
Thank you! Your video is very clear, well lighted and you speak clearly. You are an excellent teacher and hope your talent is put to use regularly. All the best!
You're very welcome! I hope the video was helpful to you! Cheers!
Appreciate the quick process! To easy with this video! Thank You
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I found it very helpful.
Thanks for making this video, it helped me a lot.
I've got a 2003 dodge ram 1500 5.7 hemi magnum. Can't find a steering wheel pump for it. Help!
Thank you for the tutorial. You just saved me a bunch of money.
Great video. I’ll be doing this on my 06 Ram today. Finally!! Boo on wrenching.
many thanks from Missouri !
Cut and dry, Thanx from Texas where 32°f shuts everything down!🤣
Nice video thanks for taking the time.
Excellent vid, good work ethics too. Appreciate your efforts to help and assist us back yard mechanics.
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Thanks for the video much appreciated!!!😀👍
Big help man, thanks a bunch!
You have to bleed the rack and pinion before you start it?
Hw is that done I'm getting mine replaced rn so I want to do it the right way
Thank you so much this is the most helpful video
Great video. Where did you find the complete set up? I have new pump for 08 Dodge Ram can’t find the pulley for it though.
Same issue man. Did you ever find a pulley?
I have a 2003 1500 5.7 4X4 and bought a new cast iron pump with a pulley from AutoZone.@@jorgesalinas1139
When you're changing the oil pump in a Dodge Ram 1500 there's a fully that is in front of the oil pan how do you take that pulley off it's the biggest one out of all of them
Thanks very helpful video
Thanks for the video!
I didn't know the tank/reservoir were separable from the pump.
If im lucky my leak could be an O-ring away.
Thank you
Yeahhhhboy!!!
One thick o-ring and a month later. No leaks.
BIG THANK Y'ALL!
Thanks for this video!!!
how much did the pump with pulley cost?
What are the bolt sizes? All 3 of mine snapped inside the block so i need to buy new bolts
What pump did you go with? I need to replace mine on my 2004 Ram 1500 5.7 L and I see that there are a few different styles. One says back plate is bolt on the other says snap ring one is an aluminum pump the other is a cast-iron pump.
The truck in the video originally came with the snap ring style pump. I replaced the pump with the same style. I'm not entirely sure if the 3 different pump styles are interchangeable. I've never had them side by side. Most I've come across in the shop have the snap ring style pump.
AKJeeper Thanks!
The pump I had ordered was the bolt on backplate, and cast aluminum. I did this thinking that this would be more of a severe duty part. But I was wrong. When I went to put the new one on nothing lined up. I then pulled out my Haynes book and i guess that part is for the diesels, and powerwagons. They also go to other versions but at the time of this comment I can't remember of the top of my head. The snap ring fits on to this little bowl type impression in the block and the screws are long enough. Also depending on where you live that bracket that holds the reservoir to the pump those screw strip super easy. Thet are made of a softer metal, and the rust here doesn't help.
thank you sir! I appreciate your expertise*
Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to leave a comment. I really appreciate it.
Good video, BUT, my 2007 calls for ATF+4, not sure why you used the other type? Maybe each year is different?
I suggest using whatever the owner's manual recommends. In the case of the video, the truck was seeing service in the arctic and we've had really good luck with the fluid used in the video for those conditions.
Everything I've seen it's the same as the trans fluid on 07. Which if you have this truck I'm sure you have some since you have already worked on the transmission already 😆 love this truck! Hate the transmission!
@@RugerAmerican45 I agree, trans is the worst part. Usually just the solenoid if you're having trouble BTW
great video
I live in Alaska too. About to replace the pump in this nice spring weather. Where do you live?
Pearl Jam Punk I bounce between Fairbanks and Kodiak. How about you?
Nice, Im in Wasilla/Palmer.
The owners manual for my 2005 model Ram says use atf+4 in the power steering. Where did you come up with the idea of dexron? I have been using atf+4 for 18 years now without issue. Still have original power steering pump.
The spec kept changing depending on the model year, and which reference you use (owner’s manual vs. Chrysler service data). They even recommended using a specific Mopar power steering fluid that was essentially rebottled Dexron ATF. That specific part number had gotten superseded several times, to both Dexron and ATF+4. I think any of the above fluids work just fine, but ultimately I recommend people use what is listed in their owners manual.
What brand was this pump? Is it a "reman" or new pump? Recommendations?
Never get a reman.
Question.. i have a 03 ram with the 5.7 hemi in it ,would i use ATF also ??? And if so , just any type of ATF ??? Please help .
My local dealership parts department sells "Power Steering Fluid +4" with a part number of 68218064AB. That is currently what the factory recommends for fluid. With that said, I've used ATF on my personal vehicles with great success - I use either Dexron III/Mercon, or Motorcraft Mercon V.
Nice video, I live in Alaska too, yours was the first video I stumbled across. I recently replaced mine too but it’s still leaking where the backplate mounts to the engine by the bottom bolt, any idea? Did you have to use some sort of sealant?
TEHsm1th No sealant required. The holes in the engine block are "dry", meaning they don't go into a water or oil passage. Do you have the same type of pump as in this video, or the ZF style pump?
AKJeeper pretty much the exact same type of pump, mine is a 2003 1500. Not sure what ZF means. But the “cup/bowl” in the engine block I notice that it collects fluid that I assume is coming out of the pumps backplate. When I went to replace it they asked me if I needed one with a bolt on backplate, but the old one I took off didn’t have that
AKJeeper imgur.com/gallery/C3ygn here’s a picture where it’s collecting fluid then leaking out past that bottom bolt
TEHsm1th ZF is a brand. The pumps with the bolt-on backplate is the ZF style. If you’re getting fluid building up in that cup, it’s coming out of the pump. These pumps have an o-ring on the back side, behind the clip. I’ve seen these leak, especially on remanufactured auto parts store brands. Any more, I’ll only put on new pumps and even then I’ve still come across issues from time to time. Have you replaced the small O-ring on the power steering pressure line? Could be a chance that it’s leaking and maybe squirting up that way.
AKJeeper yeah this is the second remanufactured one I bought from Oreileys. Sounds like I need to get another one, because there was definitely fluid coming out from where that snap ring is.
Were you able to get the pressure line off with just a 16mm? I can't seem to get it to budge at all.
CDNCarGuy Yes. In this case it came off very easily with an open end wrench. I have had others that were much more stubborn where I needed a flare nut wrench or knipex “pliers wrench” to remove it. You may need to spray some penetrant like Aerokroil in it.
AKJeeper Thank you. Hopefully giving it a good spray of penetrant and letting it sit overnight will help.
Can a flare nut wrench make that much more difference? I've never used one myself.
CDNCarGuy yes. They will grip when an open end wrench will start to slip. Sometimes in extreme cases, I’ll even help a flare nut wrench by clamping vice grips on the outside of the wrench to prevent the wrench from spreading open. I should do a video on that “technique” sometime. Lol
AKJeeper Thanks for your help, and I wouldn't mind seeing a video on that. Thanks for the quick response as well, Cheers!
Is the pub that your video for 07 or 08 Dodge Ram? It seems like there is a difference in the pumps. I use that pump and giving your for my 08 and it is not working correctly. It keeps whining when I accelerate. Also the part number on the pulley belongs to an 07 model not 08
The truck I was working on in the video is a 2007 Ram 1500 4x4 with the 5.7L Hemi (as I stated in the text below the video). I believe the 2008 pickups use a different brand pump (ZF), which also uses a different pulley. This video is meant to be a guide for the process of removing and replacing the power steering pumps. The parts used on this truck may not work on your truck - always consult a parts department to ensure that you are getting the correct parts.
If the pump is whining - it's likely that there's air trapped in the system. Did you bleed the air out of the system? What does the fluid look like, and is it to the correct level?
AKJeeper thanks
Arthur Jolicoeur was it a Mopar reman pump and did you ever figure out what was causing your noise during acceleration? Coincidence that I'm having the same issue with no luck
I blew the pulley off my 08 last weekend, I im.now in it for about an 1100 dollar pulley, thought about going to the older model to see if that pulley would fit
How do you know if the pump is Aluminum or Cast Iron? When i go to autozone they have 2 different pumps for my 2004 dodge ram 1500 5.7 hemi. They asked me if it was aluminum or cast iron and i seriously have no clue!
Hmm, those aren't the options I've heard whenever I've had to order pumps for these trucks. Usually they ask if the pump is a ZF-brand or style pump. As far as I'm aware, the ZF and non-ZF pumps are both cast iron. The difference is that the ZF style pumps have a bolt-on rear backplate, and the non-ZF pumps have a round cover held in with a snap ring on the back side of the pump. Easiest way to tell which one the truck has is to get a light and a mirror behind the existing pump. In this video, the truck had a non-ZF pump.
Stick a magnet to it, if it sticks it is steel and if not aluminum.
I’ve had a new power steering pump installed in my 04 Dodge 4x4 and the thing was still leaking fluid like crazy. Any ideas why ?
Do you know specifically where it is leaking? The mechanic may have forgotten to tighten a hose clamp or the high pressure line. There is also a possibility that the new pump is defective. Or there could be a leak elsewhere in the system, it will take some sleuthing to find the source.
What is the part number to the pulley having a hard time finding the pulley for the power steering pump
Me too did you ever find the pulley?
Hey man , do you know how I can change the steering wheel pressure sensor?? went to autozone and it said that was the problem , it’s just a little piece but I couldn’t find it in the video :/ pleas help thank you !!
What year/model of truck? Generally the power steering pressure switch is mounted on the pressure line coming from the power steering pump.
What if i only want to take out the power steering pole a noise is making. Does it work too
Good nice presentation
Thank you! Thanks for watching!
Does anyone know the o-ring size on the PS reservoir outlet?
did you remove the radiator to get to the pump?
It is not necessary to remove the radiator at all. In this video, the radiator was removed so that I could get a better camera view of the bolts that need to be accessed on the pump.
My power stearing reservoir has a watery looking fluid n it evan tho I put powerstearing fluid in it what would b the cause I'm bout to change it out but was wondering what would cause that
It's probably a worn o-ring on the PS reservoir outlet that 'plugs' into the pump - beware it's a hard-to-come-by size!
I just installed mine and followed each of your steps and it’s somehow leaking between the pulley and resivour it’s driving me nuts idk where it’s coming from
Ali Abdoo I would suspect the o-ring between the reservoir and the pump. Did your pump come with a reservoir or did you have to swap your old one on to the new pump?
How do you remove just the pulley? Does the entire pump have to come out as well?
You will need a power steering pump pulley removal/installer tool. I’m going to have to make a video on it, as I can no longer find pumps for these trucks with the pulley pre-installed. The old pulley needs to be swapped on to the new pump if it doesn’t already have the pulley installed. There’s plenty of space to remove the pulley on these trucks without having to remove the pump, but normally if you’re removing the pulley - it’s because you’re replacing the pump. I find it easier to remove the pulley with the pump on the bench.
Do I HAVE to lift the front end off the ground I don’t own a jack and I’m not sure if I can get my hands on one
It makes things a lot easier if you have a jack and jack stands. If you can fit underneath the truck without jacking it up, the job is definitely do-able. Probably more space on a 4x4 than a 4x2 truck...
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Cast iron or aluminium?
Why did you use transmission fluid instead of power steering fluid?
Don't go off my word, but I've found that the MOPAR Power Steering fluid specified for this truck is just rebottled ATF+4. Always consult your owner's manual or service manual for the correct fluid for your vehicle.
Yep from exp and what I've seen n heard mopar transmission fluid and ps fluid is exact same different label.
Oh I hope you see this message, I ordered the BBB INDUSTRIES N72001126A2, I noticed the pulley that came pre installed has alot of play and I just wanted to make sure that it is not normal ? And I should ask for a replacement correct?
It shouldn’t have much of any play. Which direction is the play in?
Straight out of the pump, no side wobble just has if I lay it flat and pull from the pulley it comes out slightly
@@marlonreyes2089 That’s not right. The pulley may not have been installed correctly from the factory, and could have damaged the pump internals. I would definitely ask for a replacement.
@@AKJeeper I was thinking the same thing, how sad going to be up on the jacks for a couple more days then. Thank you so much brother for the quick responses
Good video..though I find it funny that it has a 'Never Start battery, especially in Alaska. I graduated from Bartlett High in '78.
I've had better luck with the Never Start batteries than I have other brands such as Exide. My go-to brand for the vehicles I keep in Fairbanks is Interstate, with the high-end Die Hard batteries being my second choice. How was Anchorage back in the late 70s? I bet it has changed considerably since then!
@@AKJeeper ...Love interstates!! Going up in the 70's in Alaska was great. We got to see the 1st Iditarod and Fur Rendezvous. Went to Bartlett High in Anchorage.
Did the new pumpcome with the pully assembly
Michael Joseph Yes, the pump was a new aftermarket unit that I picked up at a local parts supplier. It is unfortunately no longer available with the pulley, though. I'll have to do a video on pulley removal and installation the next time I have one of these jobs come into the shop.
Where did you order the Steering wheel pump.
I got it at a local mom and pop style auto parts store. They can no longer get the pump with the pulley pre-installed, so I’ll have to update the video with how to remove and reinstall the original pulley on the new pump.
Do you need to remove the fan and fan shroud to get access to the steering pump?
No need to remove the fan and shroud. I removed it for video purposes so I could get better camera angles.
thank you man
You're welcome. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment!
I replaced mine but it still makes a nasty noise. It took care of the leaking but now it has a noise y would you know wat it can be??
What kind of noise are you hearing? The most common noise is related to having air in the system and/or low fluid level. Did you bleed the power steering system after changing out the pump?
AKJeeper I did not bleed it. Could I still bleed it even do I have run the truck?
Yes. You can still bleed the air from the system. Be sure to check the fluid level before you start the bleeding process. If the fluid is low, fill it up to the full line before you start.
was your pump whining and tight at low rpm?
Yes, it had a high pitched whining noise. And barely any power assist at low RPM. It got worse in cold weather...and at times the pump would cease to make any noise and also cease to provide power assist. I took the old pump apart and found that the vanes inside were worn and one of them was actually fractured!
Your using transmission fluid as the power steering fluid?? Why?
It makes sense if you frequently go off road. If you need to top off on power steering, you don't need to carry an extra fluid.
Most modern vehicles use ATF as the factory fill in their power steering systems. GM vehicles are an exception, they tend to use plain jane power steering fluid.
Transmission fluid??
For some reason many parts store don't sell the pulley separately. Will the 07 pulley fit on a 08?
Arthur Jolicoeur I don't recall there being a difference in the pulley between 2006 and 2008. I haven't had a 2008 Ram with the 5.7 Hemi in the shop for a while...so can't verify that way. If I figure it out I'll let you know. You could always re-use the original pulley. Rent a power steering pulley puller/installer kit from your local parts store. Unfortunately I don't have a video of that process but there should be several on UA-cam.
AKJeeper the problem I'm having is the original pulley is broken and no one sells the pulley as a separate item. Pump yes, pulley no. Few places if any well the pump with the pulley except the dealer and they want me to purchase the pulley, pump, res, and bracket for $1400. 07 seems to be the last year they sell the pulley separate. Let me know
I find that really strange, without seeing a 2008 pulley - I can't understand why a 2006-2007 pulley wouldn't work. I just looked on a parts website and it appears that the 2006/7 uses the same serpentine belt as the 2008. The only thing I'm seeing is that it looks like the 2008 model has a ZF-brand/style power steering pump, while the earlier years have a Ford style pump. The power steering pressure hoses seem to be different between 2006/7 and 2008, also - which could be the result of having a different style of pump. The trucks all seem to use the same steering rack and pinion, though.
You might have to get a pulley from ebay or a salvage yard, if the 2008 pulley is indeed different than the earlier trucks. I won't recommend retrofitting an earlier pump/pulley/pressure hose at this time, without knowing specifics.
New pump and new hydro boost line. Getting installed now just need help bleeding th rack
Windchill only affects people not equipment. BUT -40 is dang cold.
Yup, you're correct. A straight up -40*F is a temperature that we do see in parts of Alaska during the winter. People frequently reference wind chill when talking about how cold their equipment got, but as you pointed out, it only affects people and animals...
Hey why do you have a Mater license plate?
The truck was named after the character in the movie Cars.
@@AKJeeper ok just making sure we aren't related lol
is the 4.7L the same as this
It is a very similar process, but no, this is not exactly the same as the 4.7...the two engines are completely different.
Every dealer i talked with said it called fir atf+4...whos right you or the dealer?
I just checked with my local dealer's parts department. The fluid part number has recently been superceded to 68218064AB, and it is labelled "Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4". It looks and smells just like ATF. Strangely, they also had bottles of "Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF +4", which has a part number of 5013457AA and a similar color/smell as the 68218064AB. Without running a fluid analysis, it's tough to say whether these two fluids are indeed the same (but in separate bottles/packaging).
When in doubt, always go with the manufacturer's most updated recommendation. So in this case, use "Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4", part number 68218064AB.
In my opinion, in a late model Chrysler power steering system, you won't go wrong running a synthetic ATF (as I did), or using "Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4", or Mopar ATF +4 (which is a semi-synthetic fluid).
AKJeeper thanks for the follow up...I went with atf+4...no problems
Should be ATF +4 it is right in the owners manual. Dex should not be use in a Mopar unless ATF+4 isn’t available. You will probably be fine using Dex in power steering or even power steering fluid but factory was ATF+4.
I followed your instructions but now my engine is on the floor what’s next?
Now you slide a truck underneath the engine and put it back together.
My power steering line is not letting me wrench down it keeps slipping
THANX YOU DID THE BEST PRESENTATION ON THIS CHORE NOW I CAN GET STARTED ON MY LEAKEY BASTARD
RUNS OUT NEARLY AS FAST AS YA POUR IT IN
Is it me or did that bottle say "Transmission fluid"
Yes. This truck (and many other vehicles - Toyotas, Fords, etc) specify automatic transmission fluid (ATF) for their power steering systems. ALWAYS check the owner's/service manual or consult a dealer to ensure that you're putting in the correct fluid!
Just a heads up we put mopar ATF+4 in all these and it is synthetic, no issues, Im a tech at dodge. Good Job. @@AKJeeper
the reservoir is on the side. mine is on the back. can't find one like it at all.
What year is your truck and what engine does it have?
would have been helpful to see how toi reuse pully on these,
As I responded on a different comment: these pumps used to be available with a pulley installed, and were a great option to get this done quickly. I’ll have to get footage of swapping the pulley next time I get one of these in the shop. Unfortunately, I simply don’t get too many power steering pump replacements these days.
You didn't show how you removed the pulley
Pretty sure he didnt the new one had one .
You are right. The new pump had the pulley pre-installed. I will need to make an addendum to this video, as I can no longer find power steering pumps for these trucks with the pulley pre-installed.
@@AKJeeper tell me about it , I just did mine on sunday had to get a pulley removal/installer tool from autozone but it's an easy step
People complained about the old one snapped or breaking I think one time I removed one by tapping it out with a hammer. Don't remember if it was easy or not but I think it worked. I think I also bought one with the new pulley. Way faster.
You should have stated how much oil you used too fill the pump since you drained the power steering cooler.
Yes and how much oil would that be? I dont need to waste money buying too much oil or wasting gas going back to the store to return the oil. I always budget my money and I dont need extra expenses if I can help it.
It depends on the equipment level of your vehicle, and whether it has an external power steering cooler or not. 2 quarts should be enough, if memory serves this truck used about 1.5 quarts.
Alaska lol i want to move there lets be friends thumbs up
Can i get one on my van bc i keep typing the same thing and get the wrong shiz i have a ram 1500 doge wagon 2001 v8 3.18 and i have not one fucking video on it
So you skip the part where you remove and install the pulley.😡
This pump came with the pulley already installed. I used to be able to get them this way from my local auto parts house.
Need takeof the fan
There is enough space that you do not have to remove the fan. That's not to say that you can't take it off if you feel it would give you more working space.
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