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Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement Service

How much does a Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Pontiac Tempest Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement is $154 with $59 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1962 Pontiac TempestV8-3.5LService typePower Steering Pump Pulley ReplacementEstimate$232.03Shop/Dealer Price$271.29 - $366.57
1964 Pontiac TempestV8-5.3LService typePower Steering Pump Pulley ReplacementEstimate$212.03Shop/Dealer Price$251.31 - $346.60
1961 Pontiac TempestV8-6.4LService typePower Steering Pump Pulley ReplacementEstimate$212.03Shop/Dealer Price$251.31 - $346.60
1961 Pontiac TempestL4-3.2LService typePower Steering Pump Pulley ReplacementEstimate$212.03Shop/Dealer Price$251.29 - $346.56
1989 Pontiac TempestL4-2.0LService typePower Steering Pump Pulley ReplacementEstimate$212.03Shop/Dealer Price$251.32 - $346.63
1990 Pontiac TempestL4-2.2LService typePower Steering Pump Pulley ReplacementEstimate$212.03Shop/Dealer Price$251.31 - $346.60
1963 Pontiac TempestL4-3.2LService typePower Steering Pump Pulley ReplacementEstimate$217.03Shop/Dealer Price$256.17 - $351.36
1970 Pontiac TempestL6-4.1LService typePower Steering Pump Pulley ReplacementEstimate$217.03Shop/Dealer Price$256.54 - $352.02
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What is the Power Steering Pump Pulley all about?

Like many other systems on your vehicle, your power steering operates on pressurized fluid, and the power for pressurizing that fluid is delivered by the engine. Depending on the year, make and model, your car may have a single drive belt, or two belts. In both situations, a belt will operate the power steering pump via a pulley. The belt runs around the pulley, and spins it while the engine operates. When the engine is off, the pulley remains still and the pump does not work.

As with any other pulley in the engine, the power steering pump pulley relies on a bearing to ensure that it operates correctly. Heat and friction will wear the bearings out and they will eventually need to be replaced. There are other instances that could cause problems with the power steering pump pulley, including serious auto accidents that bend or even break the pulley.

Keep in mind:

  • Power steering pump pulley and belt operation should be checked at regular maintenance (oil changes).
  • Bearing failure is the most common power steering pump pulley problem.
  • A broken belt can cause your power steering system to malfunction.
  • The belt can brake if bearings seize.

How it's done:

  • The hood is opened and the serpentine belt is removed
  • The power steering pulley is removed with a pulley puller
  • The new power steering pulley is installed using a pulley installer
  • The serpentine belt is installed and pulley alignment is checked
  • The engine is run and the power steering system operation is checked

Our recommendation:

Without an operational power steering pump pulley, your entire power steering system will be inoperable. The most common cause of problems here is wear and tear to the pulley bearing. The pulley will need to be removed, the old bearing pulled out, and a new bearing installed. Because of the importance of this system, we recommend having any power steering system problems be diagnosed by one of our expert mechanics.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Power Steering Pump Pulley?

  • Whining or grinding sound while engine is running
  • Power steering pump pulley is locked (won’t turn)
  • Power steering or serpentine belt is broken (possibly a sign of bearing failure)

How important is this service?

Some power steering systems aren’t as critical as others, but this one plays an important role in the drivability of your vehicle. If you notice any of the symptoms above, or suspect there’s a problem with the pulley or the bearing, you should have the system inspected immediately.

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Pontiac Tempest L6-3.8L - Brakes, Steering and Suspension Inspection - Los Altos, California
On time. A true gentleman. Skilled with cars that date over many years. He knows older cars including many classics. Younger mechanics probably would know know a thing about a 4BBL Carburetor. One can see that he has a true love of cars & the work he does. This is only one experience so I would hope to see him back when needed.

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22 years of experience
Pontiac Tempest V8-5.3L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Laguna Niguel, California
Chris did a great job inspecting the vehicle, I live in GA and wanted to purchase a car in CA so I needed an unbiased third party to look at it for me. My primary concern was that the car was represented accurately in the online ad (there are a lot of scams online now), which he did, we had a great conversation after the inspection which did a lot to comfort my concerns. This was a "project" car and needed to be evaluated accordingly, it was something that I had planned on doing a restoration on so I knew it needed some work. My only critique is that when the car was delivered there was a little more rust than I had expected, I wish that he had pointed that out, I accept some of the responsibility for not asking enough questions during our conversation. Overall I am extremely happy with the inspection service and would highly recommend Chris .

Nathan

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Pontiac Grand Am V6-3.4L - Power Steering Pump Pulley - Eugene, Oregon
Did an excellent job. Thank you for not only fixing the problem, but taking the time to inspect the vehicle and letting me know what other services needed to be done.

Clifton

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Pontiac Grand Prix V6-3.8L - Power Steering Pump Pulley - Boynton Beach, Florida
Great gentleman, polite and professional definitely recommended.

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