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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Do not start the vehicle with any power steering gear inlet or outlet hoses disconnected. When disconnected, plug or cap all openings of components. Failure to do so could result in contamination or loss of power steering fluid and damage to the system.
  1. Install drain pan under vehicle.
  2. Disconnect the power steering cooler hose from the power steering pump.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Power Steering Cooler Hose From Power Steering Pump
    G01217133Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Disconnect the power steering cooler hose from the power steering gear.
  4. Cap the power steering cooler ends in order to prevent the entry of dirt.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Power Steering Cooler Hose From Power Steering Gear
    G01217134Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the power steering cooler mounting bolts.
  6. Remove the power steering cooler from the vehicle.
    Fig 3: Removing Power Steering Cooler
    G01217135Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.