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Disassembly Procedure

  1. Remove the electrical connector from the variable assist steering actuator (1).
  2. Remove pump assembly from the vehicle, if the variable assist steering actuator (1) is not accessible. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement (4.8 L, 5.3 L and 6.0 L Engines)  or Power Steering Pump Replacement (8.1 L)  .
  3. Remove the retaining ring (2) from the variable assist steering actuator (1).

    Important:  Note the orientation of the variable assist steering actuator discharge fitting.

  4. Remove the variable assist steering actuator (1).
  5. Remove the O-ring seal from the variable assist steering actuator.
    Fig 1: Removing Variable Assist Steering Actuator
    G01662156Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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