Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
Inspect the NEW steering gear before installation. Some steering gears are equipped with a power steering gear coupling shaft seal (1) with a plastic "fin" to enable better alignment with the intermediate steering shaft. If the ORIGINAL steering gear on the vehicle does NOT contain the plastic "fin," you MUST remove the seal prior to installation. Failure to do so will prevent the steering shaft from connecting to the steering gear correctly.
Position the steering gear (2) on the vehicle.
- Support the steering gear prior to installing the steering gear bolts.
- Steering Gear Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [3x] 150 N.m (111 lb ft)
Pitman Arm (1)@Steering Linkage Relay Rod - Install - Relay Rod Replacement
Front Stabilizer Shaft (1) - Install - Stabilizer Shaft Replacement
Intermediate Steering Shaft (3)@Steering Gear - Install - Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
- Power Brake Booster Outlet Hose (2)@Steering Gear - Install - Power Brake Booster Outlet Hose Replacement (Without LWN, Booster to Reservoir) Power Brake Booster Outlet Hose Replacement (Without LWN, Booster to Gear)
- Power Brake Booster Outlet Hose (1)@Steering Gear - Install - Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement (Without LWN, Without Brake Warning Indicator) Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement (Without LWN, With Brake Warning Indicator)
- Front Wheelhouse Splash Shield-Left Side - Install - Wheelhouse Splash Shield Replacement (Left Side)
- Engine Protection Shield - Install - Engine Protection Shield Replacement
- Remove the CH-24640 anti-rotation pin.
- Fill and bleed the power steering system. Power Steering System Bleeding
- Measure and adjust the front toe. Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment
Refer to Fastener Caution .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.