FORD FOCUS MK2 POWER STEERING PUMP

[@insomniagamer4638]

Thanks very much!! This video was so helpful with both diagnosing the problem and fixing it. Your tip to snap the old pipe to get the socket on saved loads of time, and your tip on pushing the new pipe in after the union is fitted saved the day! Great vid!

[@joshiesvlogs]

Did you struggle fitting the pipe to the new union, mines is stubborn and doesnt want to go in haha! Any tips?

[@EricDJF]

Changed these pipes today on my wife's focus,absolute nightmare getting it off,easy to put on,no room to get at anything,I used a very long flat head screw driver and a rubber mallet to break through the old pipe,the nut was easy to get out then with an 18 ratchet,good tip to not put the nut on first,and after all that the steering still gets heavy when the car is at idle!!! Thanks for the video great tips, it was a big help.

[@theskylinegtrrr]

Hi did you ever get round to repairing it? Mine is same..

[@terrycasey6406]

Excellent video it definitely helped me. I struggled to find the leak at first because the pipe was delivering fluid directly to the pump pulley and slinging it everywhere so it was difficult to locate . Your video helped me fit the new pipes so thanks again

[@sandyande]

No problem glad to help cheers sandy

[@joshiesvlogs]

Did you struggle fitting the pipe to the new union, mines is stubborn and doesnt want to go in haha! Any tips?

[@El91637]

I knew there had to be a secret to getting the drive belt on. Thank you sir.

[@walton10101]

Mine blew other week! Regarding the union nut the correct procedure is to use an 18mm flared nut wrench and insert the pipe into the nut. When the nut is then tightened down using the wrench it clamps down in the pipe creating the seal needed. I'm sure both methods work, but correct way requires different tool.

[@davidwelfare9743]

@sandyanderson, thanks for this video. Just changed the pipes on my Focus after watching this. I think that I probably would have out the union on the pipe first, if I hadn't watched this. Just to confirm to those that have asked. Fit the union nut first & tighten, the pipe then push fits in. You should feel it lock in place.

[@sandyande]

Great information David cheers sandy

[@snotnosedlilkid]

The pipe has popped out of the assembly on my focus,would it be ok to just push it back in? Cheers 👍

[@sandyande]

Great thanks for help cheers sandy

[@DJDevon3]

Great tip on what not to do with the pipe. Learn from others mistakes people. Great video. That's how it's done. Keep em coming bud.

[@joshl9207]

Really well explained video, I was wondering about getting the 18mm bolt out of the pump and this gave me a heads up thank you.

[@marksmusic3612]

Thanks for taking the time to make this so clear BIG help.

[@danielmiles8810]

Thank you Sandy , just had my power steering go as well , pain that you have to buy the whole assembly though great tips though

[@Mrbenggo]

Sandy, thanks for that,steering rack fluid leak this afternoon,and I am hoping that it is only the pipes.As Devon 3 says thanks for the tip about not putting the nut on the pipe first

[@robertcaves3797]

Thanks thought I would need new pump.now I know it’s the pipe, much easier to change.

[@rosidus]

Any advice from anyone doing this: Firstly don't buy the aftermarket pipe. They don't match up to the framework of the car and don't fit in properly into the union bolt. Secondly, get the car jacked up, you'll need to work from the bottom of the car. Also take off the front left light and the power steering reservoir, it will give you loads of space you need. To separate the pipe from the union bolt I just used my jack handle(about 2 ft solid pipe) and hammer to tap it off. It tears off the bolt and then you can just use an 18mm socket to unscrew the bolt. I would say it'scan achievable Infront of the house job but don't go for a cheap replacement.

[@Triggerman2505]

Good Lord Sandy..this is a lovely video, but you just made me realise that I would be shit out of luck in Scotland, as its so darn hard to understand Scottish :) ! Sounds very cool though. Thanks again, this really saved me time!

[@dannyrc223]

Thank you for your video it has helped me because the mechanic was saying that the part for the car was going to cost me £250 plus £79 instalation and its not hard to do just call a mate to give you a hand to fit allternator happy days THANK YOU Dan the mexican

[@sandyande]

Glad to help Dan the Mexican, hope Donald doesn't build that wall!!! Cheers sandy

[@dannyrc223]

Its going to be great when they build the wall they wont be able to get out to cause trouble any were else in the world

[@brendanlansley]

Exactly what I was looking for and needed to know. Thanks for the video fella 👍🏻👍🏻

[@sandyande]

Thanks for watching cheers sandy

[@griceyboy]

Brilliant video / Thankyou

[@babywelder]

Massively helpful thank you 👍

[@stephenknowles4008]

If I didn't snap the pipe work I would have been on this job all week thanks

[@rosidus]

Hello Sandy, Thank you for your video. Is there any advice on the union socket being 22mm "access socket"? There is nothing on the internet that is 18mm and able to untie that 18mm union socket.

[@danielarnott9444]

Hi thanks for your information but is there a special tool to push the pipe in to the fitting that screws in to the pump first as it is very hard to know when it is far enough in .had you to buy a new pipe or did you get it fitted Thanks dan

[@joshiesvlogs]

Brilliant video, followed it to the letter but I am struggling to push fit the pipe into the union. I have fitted the new union to the pump and are trying to push the pipe into it, it just isnt having any of it. Any ideas?

[@rosidus]

Hello, did you manage to finish the job? Cheers

[@rosidus]

Did you manage to push fit in the pipe into the union?

[@top2bottom291]

How hard is it to push the pipe work into the nut pal... thanks for the video helping me alot would just like to know if its a struggle or not before I do it

[@Mjk10957]

fixed now however what a pain in the arse just cause of that bloody nut getting the old one out was a pain and getting the new one in the pump was a pain as well however all done now

[@Mjk10957]

4 years later its gone again 😡😡😡😡

[@Toby_the_Glen]

Hi Sandy, thanks for an excellent video. Could you use a second hand hoses but just a new pump fitting to save money? I'm guessing it's just the seal that needs replacing?

[@Vanadeo]

The 18mm bolt on the pump... Do you tighten it before you put the pipe in or leave it loose and tighten after?.. Im guessing the bracket holds the pipe in place?

[@stevekeen]

Just another update from a previous post concerning this job, I have done another replacement hose recently it appears it's a common fault where a leak occurs in the high pressure metal pipe that fits to the steering pump. In both cases a fracture occurs at this pipe where the metal support bracket is welded to the pipe. I have learnt a few thinks since doing two of these hose fittings which I am sure will make fitting the hose easier if doing this job for a first time , in particular push fitting the high pressure pipe into the new nut, this nut must be replaced when fitting a new hose, (ford parts supplier), the new nut should comes with the new hose kit from ford. A mistake I made twice was to fit and attach the hose at all its mount points first and then try to push fit the high pressure line and was unable to get it to lock in place, you may be tempted to undo the nut as I did the first time a few turns then and you will find the hose locks in place but you will find it very very difficult to fully tightened the nut up, I did this by using a small chisel to tap up the nut tight (not recommended). So my advice for everyone doing this job is to fit the hose in its location but NOT to screw it down at its mountain points, this will enable you to push the hose into place much easier because there is no longer any resistance caused by the rest of the hoses and pipe and preventing you from having full movement of pipe and preventing it from locking into place , once locked in place next fit its mounting bracket to the pump, once done finish and attach all other fixings - hope this helps everyone.

[@sandyande]

Thanks for the comprehensive information cheers sandy

[@stevekeen]

@@sandyande You are welcome Sandy, found your video so so useful when I first did my hose, much appreciated

[@edwardedmunds7740]

Hi mine is pissing out from that exact top hose/bracket…. Does that hose just wear down as I can see any visible damage to it? Any advice would be great 👍

[@MOUSERMONK]

Good video and very informative...good man

[@tazio2]

I get occasional message "Power steering malfunction" but only sometimes I lose the power steering assistance , Then it can come back on . Its frightening because I dont know when the power steering will fail but am constantly ready for ir to happen. Next day all works perfectly. Any ideas ?

[@untissify]

Nice one! Thanks 👍🏻

[@ljt121]

Thank you, super helpful

[@gregknight5141]

I never even knew until today the Mk2 Focus had electrohydraulic steering, thought it wa sall electric, mines making a right racket, I need to check fluids first, hoping theres no leaks!

[@CarlLeppard-ve6gy]

Any ideas how to push the pipes into the nut mate

[@lawrenceobrien3681]

I have made the same error, how did you get it right in then end?

[@Phen0mable]

Where is your accent from? It sounds brilliant

[@sandyande]

Bonnie Scotland!

[@Phen0mable]

sandy anderson thanks

[@Mjk10957]

was this pissing power steering fluid all over the place cause it was dripping on the fan belt mines all over the place the steering still light which makes me think it's not the pump and its the pipe however I'm getting a horrible screeching noise when turning the wheel did you get this all so where did you get the part I'm hoping I be able to get the part form ford

[@sandyande]

yes fluid goes everywhere always pipe never pump

[@Mjk10957]

Just bought pipe 118 form ford arrrhhh lol

[@abubokkar5714]

Did you resolve it I have the same issue please reply

[@Mjk10957]

@@abubokkar5714 yes m8 it was the pipe just as the guy says in the video i changed it 4 years ago i still got the car if you are any good with cars you should be able to do it your self however it wouldn't take a garage long to do so should cost much

[@valterhollo764]

Hi @sandyanderson, thanks for the tips in this video. Is there a video of yours by any chance replacing the auxiliary belts please? Thanks

[@sandyande]

Sorry don't have that video cheers sandy

[@MrMadman2305]

Nice video, quick and informative, about to tackle one of these, its throwing hydraulic fluid everywhere, could you tell me if yours was the same, the owner said its used a litre of p.a.s fluid in a week

[@sandyande]

yes it was leaking heavily

[@MrMadman2305]

Thanks mate👍👍

[@tanglewood777]

got same car and its leaking but it had new pipes last year is it the pump now

[@chefpetey]

Hoot Mon...This video should have sub-titles! Good info though.

[@teegee6021]

Push the subtitle icon on the video itself

[@jayb9621]

good video.can u explain abit about steering rack connections 2 pipes.when you remove nut do the 2 pipes just slot in.do they remove easy enough.also how did u remove existing power fluid ?

[@stephencross6682]

I need to know this too any pointers for me thanks

[@MrGilly92]

What symptoms were you having before the replacement ive got a 2010 focus and my power steering has become heavy at low speeds and likes to snap at me going to full lock...fords tried to mug me off saying i need a new pump and rack but a local garage said pipe work. Cheers

[@sandyande]

My symptoms were only loss of fluid cheers sandy

[@Lagunasaxoxr2]

Hi, thanks for video! My wife’s 2007 focus has heavy steering when idle/low revs, when you rev the engine to 2000 rpm the power steering is fine again...... Does this sound like the pump or hose assembly? Cheers

[@sandyande]

Rob Burton check first the level of power steering fluid

[@Lagunasaxoxr2]

sandy anderson fluid level is ok.....

[@jarveamps]

Hi, so a great vid, one question, you said don't fit the union nut onto the pipe first, so I assume you fit it into the pump and tighten, then push the pipe in, is that correct?

[@sandyande]

yes that's what the Ford parts manager said

[@daviddean499]

@@sandyande Is there any way in taking out the nut and pipe, then just fitting a new nut? Thanks.

[@sandyande]

Yes that's what the ford parts department said, cheers sandy

[@MrStevenloh888]

Hi All, can anyone advise me my MKII the nut going into the pump is leaking. Can i ask if i take out the inlet line and change the white seal or put some white tape and tighten it will it solve my leak? Can anyone advise do i need to replace the whole complete assembly line just because of one nut leaking?? Please advise how can i fix the leak problem thanks.

[@bubo45ful]

Hello Where you buy hose and bolt?

[@paullaver1023]

very useful

[@neilbatchelor3479]

How did you get the union nut off the pipe (that you put on by mistake).

[@sandyande]

Adapted a spanner

[@neilbatchelor3479]

@@sandyande exactly how did you adapt a spanner

[@campbellgraham2735]

hi have a fiesta st here that blew the pipe out the union has any one else had this prob

[@brettroberts1073]

is it worth getting original ford parts? im stuck and cant push the pipe into the nut

[@sandyande]

Try slacking nut off a little then push in

[@Mjk10957]

was this a hard job

[@yabancsular6369]

Hi All, can anyone advise in my car only the nut going into the pump is leaking. is there any way to change only nut ? not all pipes? after releasing nut from pump how do i take off the nut from pipe ?

[@sandyande]

You have to change nut and pipe

[@yabancsular6369]

@@sandyande thank you

[@omx12]

Hi Sandy, how do you know when you've pushed the pipe far enough?

[@sandyande]

I've no idea because I mucked it up

[@larrybowman5854]

It will click into place, and won't pull back out. I just spent all day trying to get my pipe into the union, but eventually took it apart again to discover the copper locking washer was all mangled, which was why it wouldn't push in. Took the copper washer out of the union, straightened it up, put it back in and it clicked into place very easy. Stupid design!

[@razorree]

so with new power steering pump (ford focus c-max) i need a new "connector 4747355" too ?

[@sandyande]

Ive never had to replace the pump only the connector and pipe work

[@razorree]

My pump started to work very loud, but it happened that there was not enough fluid, after adding a litre and driving for 50mi, it happened again, i thought that leak is from old pump. ordered new pump. now the pump is mounted, but connector leaks, looks like i don't have this white oring at the end of connector. (maybe it was connector leaking from the beginning :/ )

[@sandyande]

Sadly i think your right, sandy

[@razorree]

is it possible to change just this connector? we're unable to remove it from existing hose ... :/

[@sandyande]

razorree no have to replace all pipe work and fitting

[@gordonscicluna]

what parts did you remove to get access to the power steering pump?

[@sandyande]

Hi it was so long ago I can't remember but I don't think I had to remove anything cheers sandy

[@gordonscicluna]

@@sandyande maybe right wheel and skirts...

[@TheJohn924]

is there any way separating the pipe from the union nut i just need to tighten ours

[@sandyande]

Not that I'm aware of, maybe try but splitter or Dremel cutting disc

[@sandyande]

Nut splitter lol

[@TheJohn924]

@@sandyande thanks m8 looks like im buying a new 1 lol

[@thehouseholder5468]

Now £169 inc vat

[@LegendRockPlot]

Mine blew today pissing out fluid everytime I full lock the steering bastard focus

[@fredbair]

Hi please can you let me know the phone number for the supplier of the hose as my Ford Focus has air con and I know the hoses are slightly different

[@sandyande]

I purchased it from my local ford main dealer

[@Vanadeo]

Hi there thanks for this video and the tip for the drive belt!.. I don't seem to have any leaks, but I do have a noise coming from the PAS pump.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6bEqYR3j7l8is0 I did a quick fluid change and it did quieten down some. Gonna have a good look later on to see what is going on.

[@johnryall2542]

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