Removal Procedure

NOTE: Refer to Power Steering Hose Disconnected Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine controls 4.3L.
Install a drain pan under the vehicle.

Fig 1: View Of Power Steering Cooler Hose At Power Steering Pump

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Disconnect the power steering gear return hose from the power steering pump (for vehicles without a power steering cooler).

Fig 2: View Of Power Steering Cooler Hose At Power Steering Cooler

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Disconnect the power steering gear return hose from the power steering cooler, if equipped.

Fig 3: View Of Power Steering Gear Return Hose At Power Steering Gear

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Disconnect the wiring harness clip from the power steering return hose at the power steering gear.
Disconnect the power steering gear return hose from the power steering gear.
Remove the power steering gear return hose from the vehicle.