Disassembly and Reassembly Rack
RACKDisassembly Procedure
1. Remove the rack and pinion steering assembly from the vehicle.
2. Remove the rack bearing assembly.
3. Remove the pinion shaft assembly.
4. Remove the housing end cover.
5. Remove the rack shaft from the rack and pinion housing.
Assembly Procedure
Important: All interlocking metal parts must be lubricated with lithium-base grease 1051344 or equivalent as they are assembled.
1. Install the rack shaft into the rack and pinion housing. Install the retaining ring.
2. Install the housing end cover.
3. Install the pinion shaft assembly.
4. Install the rack bearing assembly.
5. Install the rack and pinion steering assembly into the vehicle.