Cardone 20-253 Power Steering Pump

Cardone 20-253 Power Steering Pump

Restore steering performance with this remanufactured Cardone power steering pump. Built to OE specifications for a direct fit on select Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable applications, Cardone 20-253 is engineered for consistent hydraulic output, quiet operation, and dependable steering assist.

Key Features

• Remanufactured OE-style power steering pump for precise vehicle fit
• All critical components are triple-tested for reliability
• Computer-tested final assembly checks pressure, bypass, fluid flow, valve operation, steering effort, and noise
• 100% new O-rings and premium HNBR seals help resist leaks and heat-related seal breakdown
• Surfaced shafts are finished to precise specifications to reduce premature seal wear
• Supplied with calibrated pressure relief valves for controlled system operation
• Aluminum housing with threaded outlet and hose barb inlet configuration

Detailed Description

Cardone Power Steering Pump 20-253 is a remanufactured hydraulic pump designed to meet or exceed original equipment performance. The remanufacturing process includes inspection of the original design, targeted upgrades where applicable, and testing of critical internal components before final assembly. This helps deliver stable steering assist and reliable fluid control in everyday driving conditions.

This pump is compatible with 2000-2007 Ford Taurus and 2000-2005 Mercury Sable applications. It uses an O-ring hose port type, a press-on pulley attachment, and a threaded outlet with 16x1.5 thread size. The unit is supplied without a reservoir or pulley, and the package includes the hydraulic pump, instruction sheet, and sealing kit. This part cross-references Ford 2F1Z3A674AARM and Mercury YF1Z3A674DBRM for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Whining or noisy power steering pump operation
• Hard steering caused by weak hydraulic pressure
• Loss of assist at idle or low engine speed
• Fluid leaks from worn seals or aging pump components
• Inconsistent steering effort from internal valve or flow issues

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2000-2007 Ford Taurus, N/A; reservoir not included, in-line filter, OE fluid and system flush required for warranty.
• Fits 2000-2005 Mercury Sable, N/A; reservoir not included, in-line filter, OE fluid and system flush required for warranty.
• Inspect the pulley condition before installation; a damaged or mushroomed shaft can affect pulley fit.
• Bleed the system thoroughly after installation to remove trapped air and prevent whining noise.
• Check fluid condition and flush the system if contamination is present.

Quality Assurance

Cardone remanufactures this pump to OE performance standards and tests each unit for hydraulic efficiency, pressure, bypass, fluid flow, valve operation, steering effort, and noise. The process uses recycled core material and reduces raw material and energy use compared with producing a new part.