Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to JACKING & HOISTING .
- Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
CAUTION: Failure to disconnect the intermediate shaft from the rack and pinion stub shaft can result in damage to the steering gear and/or intermediate shaft. This damage can cause loss of steering control which could result in personal injury.
- Remove the intermediate steering shaft lower pinch bolt from the power steering gear stub shaft.NOTE: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:
- The steering column
- The intermediate shaft(s)
- The steering gear
After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has became un-centered, refer to your specific SIR coil's centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil. Remove the intermediate
- Remove the intermediate steering shaft from the power steering gear stub shaft. Refer to INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENT
.NOTE: Use only the recommended tools for separating the tie rod ends from the knuckle/strut. Failure to use the recommended tools may cause damage to the tie rod and seal.
- Remove both of the tie rod ends from the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
- Support the rear of the frame (3) using jackstands.
- Remove the frame bolts from the rear of the frame.NOTE: Do not lower the rear of the frame too far as damage to the engine components nearest to the cowl may result.
- Lower the rear of the frame (3).
- Remove the following components from the power steering gear:
- The power steering pressure line. Refer to Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement (3.5L V6 LX5) or Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement (3800) .
- The power steering return hose. Refer to Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (3.5L V6 LX5) or Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (3800) .
- Remove the power steering gear mounting bolts and nuts (1),(4).
- Remove the power steering gear through the left wheel opening.