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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement .
  2. Remove as much power steering fluid from the remote power steering fluid reservoir as possible.
  3. Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
  4. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  5. Remove the steering gear heat shield. Refer to Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement .
  6. Remove the right side catalytic convertor. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side .
    7. Fig 1: Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Outlet Hose
    GM1856746Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Disconnect the power steering fluid reservoir outlet hose (1) from the power steering pump.
    8. Fig 2: Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose And Fitting
    GM1856747Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose (1) from the power steering pump.
    9. Fig 3: View Of Power Steering Pump & Bolts
    GM1856749Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Remove the power steering pump bolts (2).
  10. Remove the power steering pump (1) from the vehicle.
  11. Transfer any parts as needed.
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