Maval 96281M Power Steering Pump

Remanufactured Power Steering Pump for Nissan and INFINITI

The Maval 96281M remanufactured power steering pump is built for direct replacement on select Nissan Pathfinder and INFINITI QX4 applications. It features an aluminum housing, a threaded outlet with a 16x1.5 outlet thread size, and an O-ring hose port for a secure hydraulic connection.

This remanufactured power steering pump line from Maval focuses on restoring steering assist performance with OE-style fitment details. The 96281M is configured with a hose barb inlet, a bolt-on pulley attachment type, and a remote reservoir setup, making it a practical replacement for vehicles that use a separate reservoir system.

Key Features

• Remanufactured power steering pump
• Aluminum housing for durable construction
• Threaded outlet with 16x1.5 outlet thread size
• O-ring hose port type for hydraulic sealing
• Hose barb inlet attachment type
• Remote reservoir design
• Outlet quantity: 1
• Pulley attachment type: bolt-on

Fitment Details

• Fits 1997-2000 INFINITI QX4, N/A
• Fits 1996-2000 Nissan Pathfinder, N/A

This part cross-references Cardone Reman 21-5028 and DENSO Auto Parts 5365 for the same application. It is also associated with OE reference 49110-0W000. Search terms such as 1996 Nissan Pathfinder power steering pump, 1997-2000 INFINITI QX4 remanufactured steering pump, and Maval 96281M replacement pump align with this application.

Common Replacement Reasons

• Loss of power steering assist
• Noise from a worn hydraulic pump
• Fluid leakage at the pump or hose connection
• Heavy or inconsistent steering effort
• Failure of the original remote-reservoir pump assembly

Installation Notes

Verify the outlet thread size, hose port type, and remote reservoir configuration before installation. Transfer or source any required pulley separately, since this pump is listed without a pulley. Confirm hose routing and mounting points against the original unit on your Nissan Pathfinder or INFINITI QX4 before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Maval remanufactured power steering pumps are rebuilt to provide a serviceable replacement for worn hydraulic steering components. The 96281M is intended to match the listed OE-style application details for 1996-2000 Nissan Pathfinder and 1997-2000 INFINITI QX4 models.