Removal Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
  2. Remove as much fluid from the remote power steering fluid reservoir as possible.
  3. Fig 1: Power Steering Reservoir Outlet Hose & Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Fitting
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  4. Compress the power steering reservoir outlet hose clamp and disconnect the power steering reservoir outlet hose (2) from the power steering pump.
  5. Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose fitting (1) from the power steering pump.
  6. Fig 2: Power Steering Pump & Bolts
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  7. Remove the power steering pump bolts (2).
  8. Remove the power steering pump (1) from the vehicle.
  9. Remove the power steering pump pulley using puller J 25034-CΒ  .
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.