Cardone 21-5488 Power Steering Pump

Cardone Power Steering Pump for Toyota Tundra

Restore hydraulic steering performance with this remanufactured Cardone power steering pump, part number 21-5488. Built for 2007-2009 Toyota Tundra applications, it is engineered to meet or exceed original equipment performance with tested internal components and a hydraulic efficiency check for dependable operation.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment-style power steering pump for a precise vehicle fit
• Fits 2007-2009 Toyota Tundra, power steering pump application
• Cardone 21-5488 includes a hydraulic pump, instruction sheet, and sealing kit
• 100% new O-rings and premium-grade HNBR seals help resist heat-related seal breakdown
• Critical components such as cam packs and spool valves are triple-tested
• Computer-tested final assembly checks pressure, bypass, fluid flow, valve operation, steering effort, and noise
• Press-on pulley design with threaded outlet and hose-barb inlet configuration
• Remote reservoir design; reservoir not included

Product Details

Cardone’s Power Steering Pump line focuses on remanufactured OE parts that are inspected, upgraded where needed, and tested before release. For the Toyota Tundra, part number 21-5488 is built with an aluminum housing, surfaced shafts to reduce premature seal wear, and calibrated pressure relief valves to support stable steering assist. This unit cross-references Toyota 443100C080 for the same application.

Common Steering Problems This Pump Can Address

• Whining or noisy power steering pump operation caused by internal wear or aeration
• Hard steering at low engine speed after pump failure
• Uneven or inconsistent steering assist during normal driving
• Fluid leakage from worn seals or degraded pump components
• Poor hydraulic pressure or bypass performance in the steering system

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2007-2009 Toyota Tundra, power steering pump application
• Reservoir not included; reuse or replace related components as needed for the vehicle setup
• OE fluid and a full system flush are required for warranty on the listed Tundra application
• Inspect the pulley fit before installation; a damaged original pulley may need replacement
• Bleed the system thoroughly after installation to remove trapped air and reduce whining noise
• Check the steering gear, hoses, and flow control valve for contamination if symptoms remain after replacement

Quality Assurance

Every Cardone remanufactured pump is tested for hydraulic efficiency and verified for pressure, flow, valve operation, and steering effort before it leaves the remanufacturing process. The brand’s remanufacturing approach also reduces raw material and energy use compared with producing a new part.