Disassembly Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 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 (4.3L) , Power Steering Pump Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L) , Power Steering Pump Replacement (8.1L) , Power Steering Pump Replacement (6.6L Diesel) or Power Steering Pump Replacement (Parallel Hybrid Truck) .
- Remove the retaining ring (2) from the variable assist steering actuator (1).
- Remove the variable assist steering actuator (1).
- Remove the O-ring seal from the variable assist steering actuator.
IMPORTANT:
Note the orientation of the variable assist steering actuator discharge fitting.