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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT in Engine Mechanical - 3.8 L.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle.
  3. Install a drain pan under the vehicle.
  4. Disconnect the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump.
  5. Fig 1: Disconnecting Power Steering Pressure Hose From Power Steering Pump
    G01769698Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disconnect the power steering return hose from the power steering pump.
  7. Fig 2: Disconnecting Power Steering Return Hose From Power Steering Pump
    G01769699Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Disconnect the wiring harness from the power steering pump.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir. Refer to COOLANT RECOVERY RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT in Engine Cooling.
  11. Remove the power steering pump retaining bolts.
  12. Fig 3: Removing Power Steering Pump Retaining Bolts
    G01769700Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the power steering pump.
  14. Transfer the power steering pulley as needed. Refer to POWER STEERING PULLEY REPLACEMENT .