How do you disconnect the hydraulic hoses and remove the pump on Chevrolet El Camino?

Disconnect the hydraulic hoses from either the pump or the steering gear, keeping them raised to prevent fluid drainage until they can be plugged. Remove the pump drive belt by loosening the pump mounts and pushing it towards the engine. Unscrew and take out the pump mounting bolts and braces, then remove the pump. The pump pulley will likely require a special extractor for removal, with the type depending on the specific pulley fitted; consult your dealer if needed. Installation involves reversing the removal process, ensuring to tighten the hose unions to the specified torque before filling the fluid reservoir. Prime the pump by turning the pulley in the opposite direction of normal rotation until air bubbles stop emerging from the fluid observed through the reservoir filler cap. Finally, install and tension the drive belt, then bleed the system.

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Chevrolet El Camino Pump Assembly, P/S
Part Number: 7839787
Product Specifications
- Other Name: PUMP, Power Steering; Power Steering Pump
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982-1987 Chevrolet El Camino | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 4.4L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L Diesel
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Chevrolet El Camino PUMP, Power Steering
Part Number: 7843087
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Power Steering Pump
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982-1987 Chevrolet El Camino | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 4.4L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L Diesel
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Chevrolet El Camino Pump Assembly, P/S
Part Number: 26004122
Product Specifications
- Other Name: PUMP, Power Steering; Power Steering Pump
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982-1987 Chevrolet El Camino | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 4.4L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L Diesel
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Chevrolet El Camino Pump Assembly, P/S
Part Number: 7840244
Product Specifications
- Other Name: PUMP, Power Steering; Power Steering Pump, Pump
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982-1987 Chevrolet El Camino | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 4.4L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L Diesel

Chevrolet El Camino Power Steering Pump

The Power Steering Pump is found in Chevrolet El Camino and mainly helps to convert engine energy to hydraulic energy with ease of steering. This pump functions in the same fashion where fluid pressure is created to help the driver to control the car especially in slow moving or when it is stationary. The pump is generally, positioned at the front of the vehicle and is coupled through the crankshaft by a V-belt or serpentine belt and also, include a fluid container in some cases, it is separate or built-in. During the years Chevrolet has incorporated different pump configurations steady in the El Camino, mainly relying on hydraulic systems that link the steering wheel with the wheels. Hydraulic systems are used in most vehicles but there can be added features such as EPS where assistance is changed with speed of the car. The most common problems with the Power Steering Pump are that it may leak, produce unusual noises and even have a fluctuating power steering assist, which should therefore be checked regularly and possibly replaced if need be.

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Chevrolet El Camino Power Steering Pump Parts Questions & Experts Answers

PUMP, Power Steering
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Q: How do you disconnect the hydraulic hoses and remove the pump on Chevrolet El Camino?
A: Disconnect the hydraulic hoses from either the pump or the steering gear, keeping them raised to prevent fluid drainage until they can be plugged. Remove the pump drive belt by loosening the pump mounts and pushing it towards the engine. Unscrew and take out the pump mounting bolts and braces, then remove the pump. The pump pulley will likely require a special extractor for removal, with the type depending on the specific pulley fitted; consult your dealer if needed. Installation involves reversing the removal process, ensuring to tighten the hose unions to the specified torque before filling the fluid reservoir. Prime the pump by turning the pulley in the opposite direction of normal rotation until air bubbles stop emerging from the fluid observed through the reservoir filler cap. Finally, install and tension the drive belt, then bleed the system.