Removal Procedure
- Remove the hoses from the steering gear.
- Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Refer to Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
- Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with suitable safety stands.
- Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
- Remove the pitman arm from the steering gear. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement in Steering Linkage.
- Remove the bolts retaining the steering gear to the frame.
- Remove the steering gear from the vehicle.
NOTE:
Do not start the vehicle with any power steering gear inlet or outlet hoses disconnected. When disconnected, plug or cap all openings of components. Failure to do so could result in contamination or loss of power steering fluid and damage to the system.