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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 4.2L.
  2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 4.2L.
  3. Install a drain pan under the vehicle.
  4. Disconnect the power steering pressure hose (1) from the power steering pump.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting/Connecting Power Steering Hoses
    GM687439Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the power steering cooler hose (2) from the power steering pump.
  6. Disconnect the wiring harness from the wiring loom on the power steering pump.
  7. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Power Steering Pump
    GM687444Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the power steering pump mounting bolts.
  9. Remove the power steering pump.
  10. Remove the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pulley Replacement (5.3L)  or Power Steering Pulley Replacement (4.2L) .