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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 659 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSPOWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE REPLACEMENT (3.8L)REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic
Removal Procedure
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION 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.
- Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
- Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (L36) or DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (L67) in Engine Mechanical-3.8L.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- The power steering pressure hose is the lower hose at the power steering gear.
Remove the power steering pressure hose from the power steering gear.
- Remove the power steering pressure hose from the power steering pump.
- Remove the power steering pressure hose from the clamps on the power steering gear.
- Remove the power steering pressure hose from the vehicle.
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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.