Its also easy to get the wrong part for a steering pump, as Seat Ibiza’s have been in production for so long, and there are many different types of steering pumps used.
Read the Stamped Number on the Original Pump
Before you start searching for alternative Steering Pumps, check the part number that has been stamped onto the face of your original pump. Typically this will be a stamped metal plate, or part number cast into the housing itself. Ensure that you record the exact part number (including any suffixes) for searching purposes.
Use the VIN to Confirm Build Spec
As the VIN number encodes a car’s precise build specification (including model variant, engine type, trim level and production market), use the VIN to check if a supplier stocks the correct Seat Ibiza Steering Pump for your car.
Check Engine Code and Production Date
Two Seat Ibiza’s of the same year can have different steering pumps fitted depending on the engine code and production date. It is best to check the V5C of the vehicle for the engine code and then look for the production plate on the door jamb of the vehicle and cross reference these against the required part on the relevant part listing.
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Verify Cross-Reference Numbers on Remanufactured Units
Reman parts are usually listed under their own part number and will be cross referenced to the original part number you are looking for, so ensure the supplier lists the cross-reference to the Seat Ibiza steering pump OE number you have listed.
Match the Port Configuration
Ensure that the replacement seat ibiza steering pump has the correct number of ports and that they are in the correct position. Even slight variations can mean that a pump is not physically compatible.
It’s just a matter of checking the correct information prior to ordering a new Steering Pump and avoiding the potential of a return and a delay in the repair being completed.
