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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the coolant surge tank and set the tank aside. Refer to SURGE TANK REPLACEMENT .
  2. Remove the power steering return hose from the power steering pump.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle.
  4. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
  5. Remove the return hose from the clips on the frame.
  6. Remove the power steering return hose from the retaining clips that hold the power steering pressure hose and the power steering return hose together.
    Fig 1: Power Steering Return Hose From Power Steering Pump
    G01758394Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the return line from the power steering gear.
  8. Remove the power steering return hose from the vehicle.