[Waqas]

Thanks. If the code changes to indicate a larger leak then I will look into it. For now I’m at peace with the car.

[Waqas]

Thanks. If the code changes to indicate a larger leak then I will look into it. For now I’m at peace with the car.

[Waqas]

Hi All,

Apologies for the late update but I managed to install the power steering pump seal kit and all is well now. I didn’t take many pictures during the installation, which I regret, but I can visualize most of it if someone else needs help doing their rebuild.

I used Edelmann p/n 8795 for the Cavalier 2.4. Beware to anyone else trying this, make sure you get the right kit as the 2.2 and 2.4 pumps are different (belt vs cam driven). I have attached the breakdown that came with the kit if it helps anyone. The seals I replaced are highlited, except the main shaft seal which isn’t shown. I ended up having to VERY carefully cut the old seal out with a dremel. I can elaborate if needed. If anyone else has a better way please share it.

All in all, very happy with the repair. The fluid was also finding its way into the engine oil pan because there was almost 2 quarts of extra oil when I finished the repair. So I did an oil and filter change right away.

The check engine light that I mentioned was for an evaporative system leak (small leak). I did a repair to a section the fuel lines about a year ago that might be giving off a very slight vapor by the fuel filter. Or the charcoal filter might be giving way. In either case, I think I can live with this unless if it gets worse.

I’m happy, my brother’s happy, I think its a job well done. Thank you all for your input.

Thanks,
Waqas

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• PSkitdiagramhighlited.jpg

[Waqas]

Hi All,

Apologies for the late update but I managed to install the power steering pump seal kit and all is well now. I didn’t take many pictures during the installation, which I regret, but I can visualize most of it if someone else needs help doing their rebuild.

I used Edelmann p/n 8795 for the Cavalier 2.4. Beware to anyone else trying this, make sure you get the right kit as the 2.2 and 2.4 pumps are different (belt vs cam driven). I have attached the breakdown that came with the kit if it helps anyone. The seals I replaced are highlited, except the main shaft seal which isn’t shown. I ended up having to VERY carefully cut the old seal out with a dremel. I can elaborate if needed. If anyone else has a better way please share it.

All in all, very happy with the repair. The fluid was also finding its way into the engine oil pan because there was almost 2 quarts of extra oil when I finished the repair. So I did an oil and filter change right away.

The check engine light that I mentioned was for an evaporative system leak (small leak). I did a repair to a section the fuel lines about a year ago that might be giving off a very slight vapor by the fuel filter. Or the charcoal filter might be giving way. In either case, I think I can live with this unless if it gets worse.

I’m happy, my brother’s happy, I think its a job well done. Thank you all for your input.

Thanks,
Waqas

Attachments:

• PSkitdiagramhighlited.jpg

[Waqas]

Its a pleasure speaking to you Eric. I appreciate your videos because you explain the logic behind each part and repair.

I am holding off on pulling the pump off and apart until I get the rebuild kit in. I will definitely post my findings. Thanks for the pointers.

[Waqas]

Its a pleasure speaking to you Eric. I appreciate your videos because you explain the logic behind each part and repair.

I am holding off on pulling the pump off and apart until I get the rebuild kit in. I will definitely post my findings. Thanks for the pointers.

[Waqas]

I might be doing something wrong with the pictures. I uploaded to imgur instead. Please see attached: http://imgur.com/a/oKiUR#0

My initial thoughts were for the high pressure line or the o-ring for the hp line. But after washing the engine and taking it for a test drive the powersteering pump side was dry. Everything on below the fuel rails seemed to be wet on the engine side though.

I will take a look at the codes for sure. I have an OBDII scanner coming in the mail, its something I should have bought a while ago.

Thanks for the quick reply!

[Waqas]

I might be doing something wrong with the pictures. I uploaded to imgur instead. Please see attached: http://imgur.com/a/oKiUR#0

My initial thoughts were for the high pressure line or the o-ring for the hp line. But after washing the engine and taking it for a test drive the powersteering pump side was dry. Everything on below the fuel rails seemed to be wet on the engine side though.

I will take a look at the codes for sure. I have an OBDII scanner coming in the mail, its something I should have bought a while ago.

Thanks for the quick reply!

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