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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the radiator grille. Refer to Radiator Grille Replacement (Chevrolet) or Radiator Grille Replacement (GMC) or Radiator Grille Replacement (Chevrolet HD) or Radiator Grille Replacement (GMC HD) .
  2. Remove as much power steering fluid as possible from the power steering fluid reservoir.
  3. Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
  4. Fig 1: View Of Power Steering Pump & Components
    GM1861214Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the power steering gear outlet hose (2) from the power steering fluid cooler (4).
  6. Disconnect the power steering fluid cooler hose (3) from the power steering pump (1).
  7. Fig 2: View Of Power Steering Cooler & Bolts
    GM686121Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the power steering fluid cooler bolts (2) from the power steering fluid cooler (1).
  9. Remove the power steering fluid cooler from the vehicle.