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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1214 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSPOWER STEERING PUMP REPLACEMENT (3.1 L)REMOVAL PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Removal Procedure
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the coolant recovery reservoir and move aside. Refer to COOLANT RECOVERY RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the accessory drive belt from the power steering pump pulley. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the ignition control wiring harness near the power steering pump.
- Remove the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pressure Hose Replacement (3.1L) or Power Steering Pressure Hose Replacement (3.8L) .
- Remove the power steering return hose from the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (3.1L) or Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (3.8L) .
- Remove the power steering pump mounting bolts.
- Remove the power steering pump.
- Remove the power steering pump pulley from the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pulley Replacement (3.8L) or Power Steering Pulley Replacement (3.1 L) .
- Remove the power steering pump reservoir from the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Reservoir Replacement - Off Vehicle (CB Series) .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.