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Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING & JACKING VEHICLE .
  2. Remove the stabilizer shaft. Refer to STABILIZER SHAFT REPLACEMENT .
  3. Remove the tie rod ends from the steering knuckles. Refer to TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT - Outer .
  4. Remove the steering intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Refer to INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENT .
  5. Use a utility stand in order to support the frame.
  6. Remove and DISCARD the frame rear bolts.
    NOTE: Do not lower the rear of the frame too far as damage to the engine components nearest to the cowl may result.
  7. Use the utility stand in order to lower the frame and the powertrain.
    8. Fig 1: Cooler Pipe At Steering Gear
    G01826987Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the power steering gear cooler pipe from the steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement .
    9. Fig 2: Power Steering Gear Pressure Hose At Power Steering Gear
    G01826988Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the power steering gear pressure hose from the power steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Pressure Hose Replacement .
    10. Fig 3: Power Steering Gear
    G01826989Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the power steering gear bolts and nuts.
  11. Remove the power steering gear through the vehicle left side wheel opening.
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