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Rack and Pinion


Removal Procedure





1. Remove the upper grille baffle.
2. Remove the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement in Body and Frame.





Notice: Refer to Power Steering Hose Disconnected Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Remove the power steering outlet hose (4) from the power steering gear (3).
4. Remove the power steering inlet hose from the power steering pump (1).





5. Remove the bolts (2) retaining the cooler to the radiator support.
6. Remove the power steering cooler from the vehicle.


Installation Procedure

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





1. Install the power steering cooler (1) to the vehicle.
- Tighten the power steering cooler retaining bolts to 5 Nm (44 inch lbs.).





2. Connect the power steering inlet hose to the power steering pump (5).
Install the retaining clamp.
3. Connect the power steering outlet hose (4) to the power steering gear (3).
Install the retaining clamp.
4. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System.
5. Inspect all the hose connections for leaks.





6. Install the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement in Body and Frame.
7. Install the upper grille baffle.