Non-Rack and Pinion

Removal Procedure





1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Remove the shield. Refer to Shield Replacement in Front Drive Axle.
3. Place a drain pan below the steering gear.
4. Remove the hoses from the steering gear.
4.1. Raise the hose up in order to prevent oil drainage.
4.2. Cap or tape the ends of the hose and the gear fittings in order to prevent the entrance of dirt.
5. Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (Upper) or Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (Lower) Steering Column-Tilt.
6. Disconnect the pitman arm from the relay rod. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement.
7. Remove the steering gear frame bolts and the steering gear.


Installation Procedure





1. Place the steering gear in position.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the steering gear to the frame bolts.
- Tighten the bolts to 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the pitman arm. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement.
4. Install the intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (Upper) or Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (Lower) Steering Column-Tilt.
5. Remove the plugs and the caps from the steering gear and the hoses.
6. Connect the hoses to the steering gear.
- Tighten the hose connection to 28 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the shield. Refer to Shield Replacement in Front Drive Axle.
8. Bleed the system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System.
9. Lower the vehicle.