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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement (GMC) or Grille Replacement (Chevrolet) in Exterior Trim.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Power Steering Hose Disconnected Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
  4. Siphon the fluid from the reservoir to prevent excess spillage.
  5. Remove the clamp retaining the power steering cooler inlet hose (3) to the power steering gear (2).
  6. Remove the clamp retaining power steering cooler outlet hose (5) to the power steering pump (1).
    Fig 1: Removing Power Steering Cooler Hoses From Steering Gear (With Hydroboost)
    GM686126Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Fig 2: Removing Power Steering Cooler From The Vehicle (With Hydroboost)
    GM686121Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the bolts (2) retaining the power steering cooler from the radiator support.
  9. Remove the power steering cooler from the vehicle.