Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Buick LaCrosse and 2006 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (L26) in Engine Mechanical - 3.8L.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Disconnect the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement (3.8L) .
- Disconnect the power steering return hose from the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (3.8L) .
- Disconnect the harness connector (4) from the power steering pump (1).
- Remove the power steering mounting bolts from the power steering pump.
- Remove the power steering pump from the engine.
- Remove the power steering pump pulley from the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pulley Replacement (LY7) or Power Steering Pulley Replacement (3.8L) .
- Remove the power steering pump reservoir from the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Reservoir Replacement - Off Vehicle (CB Series) .