Removal Procedure
NOTE:
Refer to Power Steering Hose Disconnected Notice in Cautions and Notices.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the steering linkage shield, if equipped. Refer to Steering Linkage Shield Replacement in Steering Linkage.
- Install a drain pan under the vehicle.
- Disconnect the pressure hose from the power steering pump.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls 4.3L.
- Disconnect the power steering gear pressure hose from the power steering gear.
- Remove the power steering gear pressure hose from the vehicle.