Removal 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.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) in Engine Electrical.
- Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
- If equipped, remove the auxiliary generator. Refer to Generator Replacement - Auxiliary (6.6L (LLY) Engine) in Engine Electrical.
- If equipped with dual generators, remove the bolt from the left side idler pulley (smooth pulley).
- Remove the idler pulley.
- Disconnect the air conditioning (A/C) compressor clutch electrical connector.
- Disconnect the A/C cut out switch electrical connector.
- Remove the A/C compressor bolts.
- Move the A/C compressor with the hoses attached to the right side of the engine compartment.
- Remove the positive cable junction block to power steering pump bolt (1).
- Secure the junction block out of the way.
- Remove the rear power steering pump bracket bolts (1).
- Remove the power steering pump front bracket bolt.
- Move and secure the power steering pump out of the way. The hoses and battery cables can remain attach to pump.
- Remove the A/C compressor and power steering pump bracket bolts.
- Remove the A/C compressor and power steering pump bracket.