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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT in Engine Mechanical - 4.6L.
  2. Install a drain pan under the vehicle.
  3. Disconnect the power steering return hose from the power steering reservoir.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Power Steering Return Hose
    G02139717Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump.
    Fig 2: Removing Power Steering Pressure Hose
    G02139718Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the power steering pump mounting bolt.
    Fig 3: Removing Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolt
    G02139719Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the power steering pump from the vehicle.
  7. Remove the power steering pulley. Refer to POWER STEERING PULLEY REPLACEMENT  .
  8. Remove the power steering reservoir. Refer to POWER STEERING RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT - OFF VEHICLE  .
    Fig 4: Removing Power Steering Pump Bolt
    G02139720Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.