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.
- Drain the power steering fluid from the power steering pump.
- Remove the pump mounting studs (2).
- Remove the connector and fitting assembly (5). To remove the variable assist steering actuator (3) and retaining ring (4); refer to Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve Actuator Replacement - On Vehicle .
- Remove the O-ring seal (6) from the connector and fitting assembly (4).
- If replacement is required, remove the control valve assembly and the flow control spring from the pump housing assembly; refer to Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve Replacement - Off Vehicle (Regular) .
- Remove the reservoir assembly (1) from the pump housing assembly (2).
- Remove the O-ring seals (1) (4).
- Remove the magnet (3).
- Clean the magnet (3).
- Inspect the welch plug in the power steering pump housing (2). Do not remove. If the welch plug is deformed or dislodged, replace the power steering pump housing (2).