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Cardone 96-394 Power Steering Pump
Overview of Cardone Power Steering Pump 96-394
The Cardone Power Steering Pump 96-394 is designed for reliable steering performance in select Infiniti and Nissan vehicles. This new hydraulic pump includes a press-on pulley and is engineered to meet the demands of models such as the Infiniti Q50, Nissan 370Z, and others.
- Brand: Cardone
- Brand Line: Power Steering Pump
- Part Number: 96-394
- Compatible with Infiniti and Nissan models including 370Z, Q50, G37, FX35, and more
- Housing Material: Aluminum for durability and heat dissipation
- Includes hydraulic pump, instruction sheet, and sealing kit
- Press-on pulley included for direct replacement
- Power steering outlet thread size: 16x1.5
- Inlet attachment type: Bolt-on; outlet attachment type: Threaded
- Remote reservoir compatible; reservoir cap and reservoir not included
- Mounting hardware not included
Product Line Details: Cardone Power Steering Pump
The Cardone Power Steering Pump line focuses on delivering dependable hydraulic steering components that meet or exceed OEM specifications. This product line emphasizes quality materials such as aluminum housings and includes necessary sealing kits to ensure proper installation and operation. The 96-394 pump is part of this line, providing a direct-fit replacement solution for various Infiniti and Nissan vehicles requiring a press-on pulley and bolt-on inlet attachment.
Detailed Product Description
The Cardone 96-394 power steering pump is a new, remanufactured-quality unit designed to restore proper steering assist in compatible vehicles. Constructed with an aluminum housing, it offers strength and efficient heat management. The pump features a single power steering outlet with a 16x1.5 thread size and uses an O-ring type hose port for secure fluid connections. The included press-on pulley simplifies installation by matching the original equipment design. This pump is compatible with remote reservoir systems, although the reservoir and cap are not included. The package contains the hydraulic pump, an instruction sheet, and a sealing kit to facilitate proper assembly and leak prevention.
Common Applications and Issues Addressed
- Restores power steering assist in Infiniti Q50, Q60, and Q70 models
- Replaces failing pumps in Nissan 370Z, G35, and FX35 vehicles
- Eliminates whining noises caused by worn or damaged pumps
- Resolves hard steering or inconsistent assist during engine rpm changes
- Addresses fluid flow issues related to debris in the flow control valve bore
Installation Notes and Tips
When installing the Cardone 96-394 power steering pump, ensure the pulley is properly pressed onto the shaft to avoid damage. Verify that the O-ring connections are secure to prevent leaks. Since mounting hardware is not included, reuse the original bolts or source appropriate replacements. It is recommended to inspect and, if necessary, replace power steering fluid during installation to maintain system performance. Follow the included instruction sheet carefully for torque specifications and assembly procedures.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
This Cardone power steering pump is supplied in new condition and undergoes rigorous quality checks to meet industry standards. The aluminum housing and included sealing kit contribute to long-term reliability. While specific warranty details are not provided here, Cardone products typically come with a limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. Consult the product documentation or Cardone directly for exact warranty terms.
| Brand | Cardone |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 96-394 |
| Position | Power Steering Pump |
| E-Waste | No |
| Hose Port Type | O-ring |
| Housing Material | Aluminum |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Package Contents | Hydraulic Pump; Instruction Sheet; Sealing Kit |
| Power Steering Outlet Thread Size | 16x1.5 |
| Power Steering Pump Inlet Attachement Type | Bolt-on |
| Power Steering Pump Outlet Attachment Type | Threaded |
| Power Steering Reservoir Cap Included | No |
| Product Condition | New |
| Pulley Attachement Type | Press-On |
| Pulley Included | Yes |
| Remote Reservoir | Yes |
| Reservoir Included | No |
This part fits 58 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | Drive Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | INFINITI | Q70 | RWD | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2019 | INFINITI | Q70L | RWD | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2018 | INFINITI | Q70 | RWD | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2018 | INFINITI | Q70L | RWD | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2018 | Nissan | 370Z | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2017 | INFINITI | Q70 | RWD | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2017 | INFINITI | Q70L | RWD | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2017 | INFINITI | QX50 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2017 | INFINITI | QX70 | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||
| 2017 | Nissan | 370Z | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2016 | INFINITI | Q70 | RWD | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2016 | INFINITI | Q70L | RWD | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2016 | INFINITI | QX50 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2016 | INFINITI | QX70 | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||
| 2016 | Nissan | 370Z | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2015 | INFINITI | Q40 | AWD | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |||
| 2015 | INFINITI | Q50 | N/A | with Hydraulic Steering; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2015 | INFINITI | Q60 | Coupe | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |||
| 2015 | INFINITI | Q70 | RWD | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2015 | INFINITI | Q70L | RWD | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2015 | INFINITI | QX50 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2015 | INFINITI | QX70 | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||
| 2015 | Nissan | 370Z | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2014 | INFINITI | Q50 | N/A | with Hydraulic Steering; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2014 | INFINITI | Q60 | Coupe | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |||
| 2014 | INFINITI | Q70 | RWD | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2014 | INFINITI | QX50 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2014 | INFINITI | QX70 | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||
| 2014 | Nissan | 370Z | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2013 | INFINITI | EX37 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2013 | INFINITI | FX37 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2013 | INFINITI | G37 | N/A | Except 4 Wheel Steering; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2013 | INFINITI | M37 | RWD | N/A | Except 4 Wheel Steering; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump | |||
| 2013 | Nissan | 370Z | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2012 | INFINITI | EX35 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2012 | INFINITI | FX35 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2012 | INFINITI | G37 | N/A | Except 4 Wheel Steering; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2012 | INFINITI | M37 | RWD | N/A | Except 4 Wheel Steering; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump | |||
| 2012 | Nissan | 370Z | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2011 | INFINITI | EX35 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2011 | INFINITI | FX35 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2011 | INFINITI | G37 | N/A | Except 4 Wheel Steering; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2011 | INFINITI | M37 | RWD | N/A | Except 4 Wheel Steering; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump | |||
| 2011 | Nissan | 370Z | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2010 | INFINITI | EX35 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2010 | INFINITI | FX35 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2010 | INFINITI | G37 | N/A | Except 4 Wheel Steering; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2010 | INFINITI | M35 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2010 | Nissan | 370Z | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2009 | INFINITI | EX35 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2009 | INFINITI | FX35 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2009 | INFINITI | G37 | N/A | Except 4 Wheel Steering; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2009 | INFINITI | M35 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2009 | Nissan | 370Z | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2008 | INFINITI | EX35 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2008 | INFINITI | G35 | N/A | Except 4 Wheel Steering; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2008 | INFINITI | G37 | N/A | Except 4 Wheel Steering; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump | ||||
| 2007 | INFINITI | G35 | Sedan | N/A | Except 4 Wheel Steering; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
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