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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove as much power steering fluid from the power steering fluid reservoir as possible.
  2. Air Cleaner Assembly - Remove - Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (2H0)
  3. Power Steering Pump Belt - Remove - Power Steering Pump Belt Replacement
  4. GM2807341

    Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Outlet Hose Clamp(1) - Disengage

  5. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Outlet Hose(2)@Power Steering Pump - Remove
  6. Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose(3)@Power Steering Pump - Remove
  7. Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Seal(4) - Remove

    DISCARD the seal.

  8. Air Conditioning Evaporator Hose Assembly - Remove - Air Conditioning Evaporator Hose Assembly Replacement (2H0)Air Conditioning Evaporator Hose Assembly Replacement (LUV)Air Conditioning Evaporator Hose Assembly Replacement (LE2)
  9. GM2807986
    NOTE:
    • The power steering pump pulley does NOT need to be removed on vehicle. The pulley is shown off for clarity.
    • Remove the power steering pump bolts through the holes in the pulley.

    Power Steering Pump Bolt(1) - Remove[2x]

  10. Remove the power steering pump (2) from the vehicle.
  11. Transfer components as necessary.