Preliminary Work

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The engine does not have to be removed in order to remove and install the hydraulic pump.
The hydraulic pump in the V6 engine is accessible from beneath.

Fig 1: Identifying Hydraulic Pump (Pulley Removed)
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Remove the left engine compartment cover. → 700219 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT TRIM (ENGINE COMPARTMENT)
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- Before removing the cover of the air cleaner box, the intake manifold must be disengaged from the air cleaner housing.
- Loosen the pulley on the hydraulic pump before removing the drive belt.
Disconnect the intake manifold at the air cleaner cover. To do this, turn the -pins 180°- and pull them out. Then set the intake manifold aside.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Intake Manifold At Air Cleaner Cover
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Remove air cleaner → 242455 REPLACING AIR-CLEANER ELEMENT .