Removal Procedure
- Turn the steering wheel to the straight forward position, support it from movement, and remove the ignition key.
- Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
- Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
- Disconnect the power steering cooler hose from the steering gear and discard the O-ring seal.
- Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose from the steering gear and discard the O-ring seal.
- Remove the steering shaft coupling bolt and disconnect the steering shaft coupling from the steering gear.
- Separate the pitman arm from the relay rod using puller J 24319-B . See Special Tools .
- Remove the pitman arm nut (1) and discard it.
- Remove the steering gear bolts.
- Remove the steering gear from the vehicle.
- Transfer any parts as needed.
CAUTION:
Refer to POWER STEERING HOSE DISCONNECTED NOTICE
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