Maval 96446MN Power Steering Pump

Maval 96446MN Power Steering Pump

The Maval New Power Steering Pump is a direct replacement for select Ford Escape and Mazda Tribute applications. It is built for vehicles that need a new pump assembly without a pulley or reservoir included, making it a focused service part for steering system repair.

Key Features

• Brand: Maval New Power Steering Pump line
• Part number: 96446MN
• Pulley included: No
• Reservoir included: No
• Fits select Ford Escape and Mazda Tribute models
• Cross-references Cardone Reman 21-5271 and Gates 5737 for the same application

Product Details

Maval 96446MN is a power steering pump for 2001-2004 Ford Escape and 2001-2004 Mazda Tribute applications, with a specific note for 2004 Ford Escape vehicles built before 12/23/2003. The New Power Steering Pump line is aimed at replacement service where the pump itself is the required component, and this listing does not include a pulley or reservoir. The part number 96446MN is useful when matching an existing steering pump by catalog reference or cross-reference.

Compatible With 2004 Ford Escape, N/A; 2001-2004 Mazda Tribute, N/A; and 2001-2003 Ford Escape, N/A. This part cross-references Cardone Reman 21-5271 and Gates 5737 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Restores hydraulic steering assist when the original pump is worn
• Addresses whining or groaning noise from the power steering system
• Helps correct low steering assist or heavy steering effort
• Supports repair of leaks traced to the pump assembly
• Replaces a pump with internal wear or pressure loss

Installation Notes

Verify vehicle build date before ordering for 2004 Ford Escape applications, since this pump applies to vehicles built before 12/23/2003. Confirm pulley and reservoir reuse requirements before installation, as neither component is included. Flush the steering system, inspect hoses and fluid condition, and check belt alignment and pump mounting surfaces during service.

Quality Assurance

Maval New Power Steering Pump components are cataloged for specific vehicle applications and cross-reference against established aftermarket part numbers for the same use case. Confirm fitment by year, make, model, and build date before installation.