Removal Procedure
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- Remove the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement (4.3L, 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L) .
- Remove as much power steering fluid from the power steering fluid reservoir as possible.
- Disconnect the steering shaft coupling from the steering gear. Refer to Steering Shaft Coupling Replacement .
- Remove the engine shield. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .
- Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
- Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose (2) from the power steering pump assembly from underneath the vehicle.
- Disconnect the power steering fluid cooler hose clamp (5) and the power steering fluid cooler hose (4) from the power steering pump assembly (1).
- If equipped with hydroboost, disconnect the power brake booster outlet hose clamp (3) and disconnect the power brake booster outlet hose (2) from power steering pump assembly (1).
- Remove the power steering pump bracket bolt from the side of the engine.
- Remove the power steering pump bolts.
- Remove the power steering pump assembly from the vehicle.
- Transfer any parts as needed.