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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the lower fan shroud. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement - Lower in Engine Cooling.
  2. Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the power steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
  3. Place a drain pan under the steering gear.
    IMPORTANT: Cap or tape the ends of the hoses and the gear fittings to prevent spillage and contamination.
  4. Disconnect the power brake booster outlet hose from the steering gear.
    Fig 1: View Of Hydraulic Brake Booster Outlet Hose To Power Steering Gear
    GM701187Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the power steering cooler pipe from the steering gear.
    Fig 2: Locating Power Steering Cooler Hose
    GM361686Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  7. Remove the pitman arm from the steering gear. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement (RWD) or Pitman Arm Replacement (AWD) in Steering Linkage.
  8. Remove the steering gear mounting bolts and washers.
    Fig 3: Locating Steering Gear Mounting Bolts
    GM361693Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the steering gear from the vehicle.