Removal and installation the power steering pump (Mercedes-Benz S-Class W126)

Loosen the wing nut of the reservoir, remove the cover, spring and damper plate. Suck out the oil from the reservoir.

Remove the high pressure hose from the pump, plug the connection on the pump and the hose.

Disconnect the connecting hose from the reservoir to the power steering pump at the elbow of the pipe or at the reservoir.

Remove the 4 hex bolts from the bracket, move the pump towards the engine and remove the belt from the pulley.

Unscrew the pump mounting bolts, paying attention to the spacer bushings that are located between the pump body and its bracket.

Remove the pump.

Installation is carried out in the reverse order of removal.