OEM 2003 GMC Safari Power Steering Pump

2003 GMC Safari Power Steering Pump Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the power steering pump on 2003 GMC Safari?

  A: Starting the Power Steering Pump replacement requires users to remove the pulley first while positioning a drain pan beneath the car to catch fluid overflow. Users should also cap or plug power steering hoses during this procedure to avoid fluid leakage. Disconnect all three hoses running from the power Brake Booster inlet to the power Brake Booster in addition to connecting the power steering cooler hose from the Power Steering Pump and the Power Steering Pump remote reservoir hose from its source. The technician should first support the vehicle before removing the rear mounting bracket nut of the Power Steering Pump then letting the vehicle rest at its original position. Remove the Power Steering Pump mounting bolts after pulling the accessory bracket forward and loosening its bracket bolts and nuts. The Power Steering Pump removal should include both the Power Steering Pump along with its power Brake Booster inlet hose. The power Brake Booster inlet hose installation process begins by connecting the hose to the Power Steering Pump followed by reinstating both components into their vehicle locations. Attach the Power Steering Pump mounting bolts before tightening them to 50 nm (37 ft. Lbs.). Install the accessory mounting bracket in its proper position before securing its bolts to 50 nm (37 ft. Lbs.) and its nut to 41 nm (30 ft. Lbs.). Rise the vehicle for installation of the Power Steering Pump rear mounting bracket nut but tighten it only to 41 nm (30 ft. Lbs.). After implementation, lower the vehicle. First uncap the power steering hoses before connecting the Power Steering Pump remote reservoir hose then the power steering cooler hose to the pump and finally fitting the power Brake Booster inlet hose to its appropriate spot and tightening it to 27 nm (20 ft. Lbs.). Install the Power Steering Pump pulley followed by a drain pan removal to bleed the power steering system then inspect the Power Steering Pump for leaks while checking the hoses have enough distance from the frame and other components.