Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander, and 2006 Buick Terraza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the drive belt from the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement for the 3.5L engine or Drive Belt Replacement for the 3.9L engine.
- Remove the power steering hoses from the power steering hose retainers.
- Remove the bolts from the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement .
- Raise the power steering pump from the engine and rotate it enough to gain tool clearance.
- Use J 37609-A to remove the pump pulley. See Special Tools .
IMPORTANT:
It is not necessary to completely remove the drive belt from the engine.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT disconnect the power steering hoses from the power steering pump.