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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERING SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING GEAR REPLACEMENT (RACK AND PINION)
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C

Steering Gear Replacement (Rack and Pinion)

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Steering Gear Replacement (Rack and Pinion)
Fig 1: Power Steering Gear Components (Rack and Pinion)
GM1728004Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name
CAUTION: 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.

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove the front tire/wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  2. Disconnect the steering shaft coupling from the steering gear. Refer to Steering Shaft Coupling Replacement .
1 Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (Qty: 2)
CAUTION: Do not attempt to disconnect a steering linkage joint by driving a wedge between the joint and the attached part. Seal damage may result which will cause premature failure of the joint.
RENDER: 1.0x

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