Power steering pump hydro boost

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Bradsterk3500

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This is my first post. So I'm not sure if this is the right spot. I think my power steering pump is going. It's making a loud whiny sound. I have a hydro boost. Just curious how I get the pump out? I heard that they're separate from the tank. Any help is much appreciated
1990 v3500
 

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They're not all separate. I have both versions from 85. The remote is off a diesel. Have you verified it has the correct fluid level? Low fluid will make it squeal like a pig in Arkansas.
 
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Bradsterk3500

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They're not all separate. I have both versions from 85. The remote is off a diesel. Have you verified it has the correct fluid level? Low fluid will make it squeal like a pig in Arkansas.
Yes fluid is topped up. A buddy just said maybe bleed the system in case air is in their the hydroboost systems are notorious for that.
 

Bradsterk3500

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They're not all separate. I have both versions from 85. The remote is off a diesel. Have you verified it has the correct fluid level? Low fluid will make it squeal like a pig in Arkansas.
Just letting you know. I replaced a small leaky hose from pump to box. Topped up fluid and my brakes and steering are back. But you're 100% correct. Low fluid and she skweels like a pig.
 

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