Disassembly Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra, 2003 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2003 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the electrical connector from the variable assist steering actuator (1).
- Remove pump assembly from the vehicle, if the variable assist steering actuator (1) is not accessible. Refer to POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACEMENT (6.6 L DIESEL) or POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACEMENT (4.3 L) or POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACEMENT (4.8L, 5.3L AND 6.0L) or POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACEMENT (8.1L) .
- Remove the retaining ring (2) from the variable assist steering actuator (1).IMPORTANT: Note the orientation of the variable assist steering actuator discharge fitting.
- Remove the variable assist steering actuator (1).
- Remove the O-ring seal from the variable assist steering actuator.