Parts for your 2017 Ford Ranger-Power steering pump

2017 Ford Ranger power-steering-pump — what owners should know

For the 2017 Ford Ranger (PX MkII), a traditional hydraulic power-steering pump isn’t fitted. Technical references including the Ford Workshop Manual for PX MkII (2015–2018) specify an Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) system that uses an electrically driven steering gear motor and a Power Steering Control Module (PSCM), with no pump, no hydraulic lines and no power-steering fluid. Ford Australia’s launch information for the PX MkII update and multiple ANZ road tests from 2015 onward also note EPAS across the range (XL, XLS, XLT, Wildtrak).

Why no pump? Ford moved the Ranger to EPAS to cut parasitic losses from a belt-driven pump and to sharpen the way the ute steers at both carpark and highway speeds. EPAS varies assistance with speed, helps fuel economy, removes leak-prone hoses and the fluid reservoir, and integrates neatly with stability and trailer-sway control systems. It’s a smarter, lighter and cleaner way to get the job done in a workhorse that still tows and tours.

There’s no power-steering fluid to top up on a 2017 Ranger, and no hydraulic pump to replace as part of routine servicing. Instead, good practice for the steering system is:

• Battery and charging health: EPAS is sensitive to low voltage. Keep the battery in good nick and the alternator charging properly, especially if running accessories.
• Software updates: Ask the workshop to check for PSCM/PCM updates during scheduled services.
• Front-end checks: Inspect rack boots, ball joints, control-arm bushes and wheel alignment, these affect steering feel and tyre wear.
• Wading and off-road: The EPAS unit is sealed, but regular post-trip inspections are wise after heavy water crossings or mud.

Typical EPAS issues show up as a steering warning lamp, intermittent heavy steering or fault codes stored in the PSCM. If that happens, a scan-tool diagnosis beats guesswork. See fluid under the front of the vehicle? On a 2017 Ranger it won’t be power-steering fluid—common culprits include engine oil or transmission/engine cooler lines, so pinpoint the source before replacing parts.

Bottom line: anyone searching for a 2017 Ford Ranger power-steering pump won’t find one because the vehicle doesn’t use hydraulic assistance. The focus shifts from hoses and fluids to electrics, software and front-end condition—simpler servicing, and less mess.

Popular questions about the 2017 Ford Ranger power-steering-pump

Does a 2017 Ford Ranger have a power-steering pump?
No. The 2017 Ranger (PX MkII) uses Electric Power-Assisted Steering, so there’s no hydraulic pump, reservoir or fluid to service. Assistance comes from an electric motor controlled by the PSCM.

What maintenance replaces power-steering fluid changes on a 2017 Ranger?
Keep the battery strong, check charging voltage, ensure wheel alignment and front-end components are sound, and have the workshop apply any steering-related software updates. There’s no fluid change interval because there’s no hydraulic system.

My steering feels heavy sometimes—could the pump be failing?
There’s no pump to fail on this model. Intermittent heaviness usually points to low system voltage, an EPAS fault code, or mechanical front-end wear. A battery/alternator test and a scan for PSCM codes is the right starting point.