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.
- Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
- Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.6L (LY7).
- Turn the steering wheel to the right in order to allow clearance to remove the pump.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the right front tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Disconnect the power steering pump inlet hose from the power steering pump.
- Disconnect the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump.
- Remove the power steering pump mounting bolts.
- Remove the power steering pump from the engine.
- Cap the power steering pump fittings and hoses to prevent contamination.
- Remove the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pulley Replacement (LY7) or Power Steering Pulley Replacement (3.8L) .