This requires a special puller for the specific type pump.
Many retail parts supplier rent this type of puller.
it takes a special tool You can probally rent the power steering pulley removal tool from auto zone are any other reliable parts house. You will also need the tool to re-install the pulley.
yes. Some GM pumps will require you to get a power steering pump pulley remover in order to get to the bolts to remove the pump from the aluminum bracket, so you can get to the bolt that goes to the head.
I haven't seen one lately, but most GM's require a power-steering pulley puller. You should be able to borrow one from a local parts store for a small deposit, or maybe buy one from an online auction site.
pull the p/s pulley off of the pump, the rest is easy.
To take the power steering pump pulley off of many later model GM products requires a special puller made for that purpose. It is available from Autozone on their loaner tool program. The same set includes another puller to put the pulley back on. Some water pumps also use the same style pulley.
Yes. Power steering fluids are interchangeable.
Gm recommended power steering fluid
GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No.1052884 - 1 pint 1050017 - 1 quart, or equivalent.
The manual states GM power steering fluid DOT 3
GM typically specifies using a power steering fluid that meets the GM Specification GM 6094M. This fluid is generally a DEXRON®-III or DEXRON®-VI automatic transmission fluid, which is commonly used in many GM vehicles. Always refer to the owner's manual for the specific vehicle to ensure compatibility and proper use of power steering fluid.
GM. Power steering fluid. Standard Power Steering Fluid. You can use ATF Dex3 in a pinch, but I dont reccomend it.
1,000 psi