Cardone 20-292 Power Steering Pump

Cardone 20-292 Power Steering Pump

Restore steering assist with this remanufactured Cardone power steering pump, part number 20-292. It is built for direct replacement use on select Ford Focus applications and is engineered to deliver OE-style fit, pressure, and fluid control.

Compatible With 2000-2003 Ford Focus applications, this Cardone Power Steering Pump is a remanufactured hydraulic unit with a remote reservoir setup and a press-on pulley design.

Key Features

• Remanufactured OE-style replacement for select Ford Focus models
• Hydraulic efficiency tested for pressure, bypass, flow, valve operation, steering effort, and noise
• Critical components triple-tested for reliability
• 100% new O-rings and premium HNBR seals to help resist leaks and heat-related seal breakdown
• Pressure relief valves are tested and calibrated before release
• Shaft surfaces are finished to precise specifications to reduce premature seal wear
• Cast iron housing with threaded outlet and hose barb inlet

Product Details

Cardone Power Steering Pump 20-292 is remanufactured to meet or exceed original equipment performance expectations. The unit is built from an original design that is inspected for improvement opportunities, and design updates are applied where appropriate to improve durability. This pump uses a press-on pulley attachment, a threaded outlet, and a hose barb inlet, and it is supplied with a hydraulic pump, instruction sheet, and sealing kit. For 2000-2003 Ford Focus service, this part number 20-292 is a direct-fit hydraulic replacement for vehicles with a remote reservoir configuration.

This part cross-references Ford OE numbers 1M5Z3A674AARM and YS4Z3A674AERM for the same application.

Common Problems This Pump Can Address

• Loss of power steering assist
• Whining or noisy pump operation
• Low or inconsistent steering pressure
• Fluid leakage from worn seals or shaft surfaces
• Steering effort that increases with engine speed changes

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2000-2002 Ford Focus, N/A, reservoir not included; in-line filter, OE fluid, and system flush required for warranty.
• Fits 2003 Ford Focus, N/A, before 12/01/2002; reservoir not included; in-line filter available; use suggested OE fluid and flush the system for warranty purposes.
• Inspect the pulley before installation; a loose pulley fit usually means the original pulley must be replaced.
• Flush the system and bleed air thoroughly after installation to reduce noise and contamination-related issues.
• If assist is present only at higher engine rpm, inspect the flow control valve and clean the valve bore before re-testing.

Quality Assurance

Cardone remanufacturing includes testing of critical internal components and a final hydraulic efficiency check to verify pressure, flow, bypass, valve function, steering effort, and noise. The process also reduces raw material and energy use compared with manufacturing a new part.