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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  2. Remove the return hose from the cooler pipe/hose. Refer to Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (3.1L)  or Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (3.8L)  .
  3. Remove the cooler pipe/hose retaining bolt from the frame.
  4. Remove the cooler pipe/hose from the retaining clips on the frame.
    Fig 1: Removing Cooler Pipe/Hose & Retaining Bolt
    G01490030Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the cooler pipe/hose from the clamps on the steering gear.
  6. Remove the wiring harness clip from the cooler pipe/hose.
  7. Remove the cooler pipe/hose from the steering gear.
  8. Remove the cooler pipe/hose from the vehicle.
    Fig 2: Removing Cooler Pipe/Hose From Steering Gear
    G01490031Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.