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.
SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1992JIMMY BASE, 2D UTILITY, 4.3 Z, RWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERINGSTEERING SYSTEM - POWEROVERHAULRACK PISTON BALLSREASSEMBLY
1992 GMC Jimmy Base, 2D Utility, 4.3 Z, RWD, Standard
Rack Piston Balls: Reassembly
1992 GMC Jimmy Base, 2D Utility, 4.3 Z, RWD, StandardSECTION Reassembly
- Lubricate seals and ring with power steering fluid and carefully install onto rack piston. Install worm shaft into rack piston until worm shaft touches piston shoulder. While turning worm shaft counterclockwise, insert ball bearings into rack piston.NOTE: Ensure light and dark colored balls are installed alternately; Black balls are .0005" (.013 mm) smaller than Silver balls.
- Install 6 balls in ball guide, alternating ball colors. Bearings in guide must be in sequence with bearings in rack piston. Hold balls in place with chassis lubricant. Install return ball guide assembly into position.
- Install clamp. Tighten clamp screws. See Fig 1 . Insert Rack Piston Arbor (J-21552) into rack piston until it contacts worm shaft. Maintain pressure on arbor, and back worm shaft out of rack piston. DO NOT allow ball bearings to drop out.
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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.