STEERING AND FRONT SUSPENSION
Rack and Pinion
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Steering Column Removal, Continued:
4. Loosen the bolt (11) that attaches the steering column universal joint to the stud on the steering gear
(Figure 7-3, Page 7-3).
5. Remove the four bolts (10) that attach the steering column to the frame.
6. Remove the steering column from the vehicle.
STEERING COLUMN INSTALLATION
1. For ease of assembly and to prevent corrosion, apply a light coat of anti-seize or lubricating compound
to the splined stud extending from the steering gear.
2. Insert the end of the steering column with the universal joint through the front underbody. Position uni-
versal joint over splined stud on the steering gear. Leave bolt (11) loose until steering column is mounted
to frame in step 3
(Figure 7-3, Page 7-3)
.
3. Align the holes in the steering column mounting bracket with holes in the vehicle frame. Secure column
to frame with four bolts (10). Tighten bolts to 18.4 ft-lb (25 N·m).
4. Tighten universal joint bolt (11) to 18.4 ft-lb (25 N·m). Verify bolt (12) torque is 18.4 ft-lb (25 N·m).
5. Install front bumper, dash assembly, dash insert, and instrument panel.
See Section 4 – Body and
Trim.
RACK AND PINION
See General Warnings, Section 1, Page 1-1.
RACK AND PINION REMOVAL
1. Remove the front bumper as instructed.
See Section 4 – Body and Trim.
2. Remove the retaining pins (1) and tie rod end retaining nuts (2)
(Figure 7-4, Page 7-5)
.
3. Remove the tie rod ends (3) from the spindle assemblies.
4. Remove the three bolts (5) from the steering rack and pinion assembly mounting bracket.
5. Remove the bolt (6) from the universal joint, then remove the rack and pinion assembly and universal
joint from the vehicle.
