Power Steering Gear Replacement (Electronic)

Steering Gear Replacement (Electronic Power Steering (EPS))

Removal Procedure

1. Turn the steering wheel to the straight forward position, support it from movement, and remove the key from the ignition.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Remove the front tires and wheels.






4. Remove the intermediate shaft to steering gear pinch bolt. Discard the bolt.

Important: Secure the steering wheel in the straight forward position before separating the intermediate shaft from the steering gear, or damage to the SIR coil will occur.

5. Separate the intermediate shaft from the steering gear.
6. Remove the tie rod end castle nuts.






Notice: Do not free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or a wedge-type tool. Damage to the seal or bushing may result.

7. Using the J 24319-B , separate the tie rod ends from the steering knuckles.






8. Remove the rear transmission mount-to-transmission bolt.






9. Remove the steering gear to frame bolts.
10. Remove the steering gear through the left side of the vehicle. Rotate the gear 90 degrees in order to clear the rear transmission mount.
11. If replacing the steering gear, remove the outer tie rod ends. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement Service and Repair.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the outer tie rod ends to the steering gear. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement Service and Repair.






2. Install the steering gear to the vehicle. Rotate the gear as necessary to clear the rear transmission mount.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Install the steering gear to frame bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 70 Nm (52 lb ft) plus an additional 90 degrees.






4. Install the rear transmission mount-to-transmission bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 90 Nm (66 lb ft).






5. Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear as noted during removal.
6. Install the new intermediate steering shaft to steering gear pinch bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 49 Nm (36 lb ft).

7. Position the outer tie rod ends into the steering knuckles.

Important: Hold the ball stud from turning during installation of the castle nut.

8. Install new torque castle nuts to the tie rod end ball studs.

Tighten
Tighten the castle nuts to 25 Nm (18 lb ft) plus 90 degrees.

9. Install the front tires and wheels.
10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Measure the wheel alignment and adjust as necessary. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement Specifications.