Three bolts they said…help wanted

[Robocop]

Anybody here in kennesaw handy under the hood? I’ve got to put a new power steering pump in my 98 4Runner. The bolt that connects the pressure line to the pump is being very stubborn. I’ve tried to get it out with regular hand tools but have been unsuccessful. Anyone that knows what there doing and can get that bolt out is welcome to some ammo or cash. In fact, if you’d like to install the pump we can go that route too. Thanks in advance and yes, I know it’s just one bolt but I simply can get it out. Whoever comes to take it out can make fun of me.

 

[moosensquirrel]

atcpup maybe able to help

 

[Tikker]

Have you tried using heat? When the penetrating lubricant's can't fix the problem I pull out the torch and heat things up.

 

[41mag]

You don’t want to heat a power steering line, or anything around that pump.
Advice to be taken with a grain of salt.

If I was in any type of shape to come I would. Was a mechanic for 30yrs….but am very disable right now. Sorry I can’t help !

 

[41mag]

Make sure you use a line wrench on the pressure hoses too….you do not want to mess up the flare nut that goes into the pump or unit.
Any lines/hoses, etc., usually should be removed with line wrenches. Just my .02

 

[Robocop]

All fixed up! Thanks for the advice gentlemen.