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Steering Gear Bushing Replacement

Fig 1: Steering Gear Bushing
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Steering Gear Bushing Replacement

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure 
Remove the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement (FWD, LFX With NXC) , Steering Gear Replacement (AWD, LFX, With NXC) , Steering Gear Replacement (AWD, LF3 With NXC) .
1 Steering Gear Bushing (Qty: 2)
NOTE:

Note the direction and how far the steering gear bushing is installed in the steering gear to assist during installation.

Procedure

  1. Use a suitable tool to press out the steering gear bushings. Discard steering gear bushings.
  2. Lubricate the new steering gear bushings with a mild soap.
  3. NOTE:

    Ensure the rubber flange on steering gear bushing is completely inserted into the steering gear before pushing in.

  4. Install the steering gear bushings into the steering gear housing.
  5. Use a rubber mallet to tap on the steering gear bushings until completely seated in steering gear.