1997 Chevy Astro replacing power steering pump

135,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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DALERIEDEL
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I am not able to remove the bolts on the back of the power steering pump. i am trying to replace the pump due to broken shaft in old pump. is there away tio remove theese bolts
Jul 13, 2010 at 4:00 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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will have to remove hood latch and upper radiator fan shroud. then use pulley remover to remove pulley from pump shaft. then remove a/c compressor to access the PS pump bolts.
Jul 13, 2010 at 6:19 PM
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MG4187
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Don't need to take off a/c compressor to access bolts. Manual does not indicate that it needs removal.
Apr 18, 2026 at 2:38 AM
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