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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement for the 3.5L engine.
  2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (Without A/C) or Drive Belt Replacement (With A/C) for the 3.5L engine.
  3. Remove the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pulley Replacement .
  4. Disconnect the oil pressure sensor harness clip from the pump body.
  5. Install a drain pan under the vehicle.
  6. Fig 1: View Of Power Steering Pressure Hoses
    GM1207233Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Disconnect the power steering pressure hoses from the power steering pump.
  8. Fig 2: View Of Power Steering Pump & Mounting Bolts
    GM1201379Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the power steering pump mounting bolts.
  10. Remove the power steering pump.