Power steering pump replacement

[172rgpilot]

ok after being fondled and gouged by the porsche stealer....i now think my power steering pump might being on the outs...loud loud whine...fluid level is perfect.....sooo gonna try a diy this time....first question...where is it located...second...is this a fairly easy fix for someone who is technically competent (somewhat)....ive got to get acquainted with diy repairs on my boxster...and am thinking that this might be a good start

thanks for any help!

[rsfeller]

We'll I know the answer to my following question, but I'll amuse myself anyways!

You still do not have a Bentley Manual for your Porsche? How about the Durametric software? Get on it now, bust out the credit card, and get going...you want to be a Porsche DIY'r and you need this reference materials as much as you need this website! You should at least have a borrowed copy of the P-Tech manuals by now in all your Porsche down time!

I only mention this as you all your answers are there. Location, access, procedure, ect

Now I have not done this job but the Bentley makes it to be a decent DIY job. Maybe another with experience can clairfiy but it does say to remove the AC compressor. And although I have not done that either, AC compressors require a evac of refrigerant of a perfectly good system (boo!). I have seen P-tech manuals (and other dealer items) state items need removed to get at another and have been wrong...but Bentley usually doesn't tell you to remove things that can be avoided. Other then that it appears to be a typical PSP removal.

You need to remove the front service cover to see the belt structure and location of the pump. It's up top and across of the alternator.

Was this the sound you thought was possibly a secondary air pump, or am I crossing my posts?

Send me a private message and I'll send you a document you may want.