How do you remove the power steering pump and alternator on a M reg Volvo 440 1.9 TD?

Question

I was driving my Volvo and suddenly the steering went very heavy and the engine cut out. I managed to re-start the car but then the steering went very light and the engine cut out. The engine also squeaks when it is running. My dad narrowed the problem down to the power steering pump or the alternator, but we can't work out how to remove them. I can't afford to take the car to a garage, so any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!

Answer 1

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I might recommend a repair manual ( Haynes, Mitchell, or Chilton's) are all good manuals. You can pick one up at your local auto parts store for about $25.00. Any of these manuals will give you step by step instructions on not only how to replace the parts but also how to test them and make sure there bad. This way your not throwing away your money on guesses of what the problem might be. A real must have for the one who likes to do it themselves. Well worth the money. GOOD LUCK!!!

Answer 2

I don't really understand how a faulty power steering pump or alternator would make the car cut out. The squeal could be a slipping belt, but the steering would be heavy, not light, and the engine would still run fine. Get yourself a Haynes manual - removal of either the alternator or pump are straightforward & only involve a couple of bolts each. It's a Peugeot engine, so any manual covering Peugeot 205/306/309/405 diesel, Renault 1.9 diesel or Citroen 1.9 diesel will do.

Answer 3

first take the belt(s) off and spinn all the pulleys by hand to make sure there is not a seizing problem. If the power steering pulley is seized or tight when spinning the pulley, it will not work and cause a load on the engine which can cause stalling. if it is smooth and easy to spin and no bearing noise, then it may be the pump. or if the pump, hose(s) or rack is leaking fluid, it will fry quick when the reservoir is empty. check for leaks, pulley bearing problems and fluid /level and color. If you can't verify the pump is the problem, it may be better to have a shop diagnose it.