Cardone 20-1044 Power Steering Pump

Cardone 20-1044 Power Steering Pump

Restore hydraulic steering performance with this remanufactured Cardone power steering pump. Built for the 2011-2013 Ford Transit Connect, this unit is remanufactured to meet or exceed original equipment performance and is tested for pressure, flow, valve operation, steering effort, and noise.

The Cardone Power Steering Pump line focuses on OE-style fit and durable service life. For applications like the Ford Transit Connect, that means a remanufactured pump with upgraded wear items where applicable, plus calibrated components that are checked before release.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment-style power steering pump for precise fitment
• Triple-tested critical components, including cam packs and spool valves
• Computer-tested final assembly for pressure, bypass, fluid flow, valve operation, steering effort, and noise
• 100% new O-rings and premium HNBR seals to help resist heat-related seal breakdown
• Surfaced shafts to precise specifications to reduce premature seal wear
• 100% tested and calibrated pressure relief valves
• Aluminum housing with press-on pulley design
• Includes hydraulic pump, instruction sheet, and sealing kit

Detailed Description

Cardone part number 20-1044 is a remanufactured power steering pump for the Ford Transit Connect. It uses an O-ring hose port type, a hose barb inlet attachment, and a bolt-on outlet attachment with one outlet. The unit is supplied with a pulley and is configured for remote reservoir applications; the reservoir is not included. This makes it a direct replacement choice for Transit Connect owners looking to address steering pump wear, noise, or loss of hydraulic assist.

This part cross-references Ford BT1Z3A696A for the same application.

What It Can Help Solve

• Whining or groaning from the power steering pump
• Hard steering at idle or low engine speed
• Loss of assist after pump wear or internal leakage
• Steering noise caused by worn valves, seals, or shaft surfaces
• Pressure or flow issues that affect steering response

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2012-2013 Ford Transit Connect, N/A; reservoir not included, in-line filter, OE fluid and system flush required for warranty.
• Fits 2011 Ford Transit Connect, N/A; from 01/17/2011; reservoir not included; in-line filter available; for warranty purposes, install a filter, use the suggested OE fluid, and flush the system.
• Inspect the pulley before installation; a cracked pulley or mushroomed shaft can enlarge the pulley bore and require replacement.
• Check the system for contamination and flush it if debris is present in the flow control valve bore.
• Use the correct fluid and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s service interval recommendations for fluid changes.

Quality Assurance

Every Cardone remanufactured pump is hydraulically efficiency-tested to verify reliable operation before it leaves the remanufacturing process. The brand’s process also reduces the energy and raw material needed to produce a new part by about 80%, supporting a more resource-conscious repair.

Cardone 20-1044 is engineered for the Ford Transit Connect with OE-style fit and tested performance, making it a practical replacement for steering system service.