Power Steering Gear Replacement

Fig 1: Power Steering Gear

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .Preliminary Procedure: Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
1	Tie Rod End Outer Nut (Qty: 2) Tighten: 60 N.m (44 lb ft)
2	Outer Tie Rod End Tip: Using the J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller, remove the tie rod end. See Special Tools .
3	Power Steering Outlet Pipe/Hose Fitting Tip: Drain the power steering system. Tighten: 27 N.m (20 lb ft)
4	Power Steering Gear Mounting Nut/Bolt (Qty: 2) Tighten: 110 N.m (81 lb ft)
5	Power Steering Gear Tip: Using the J 42640 Steering Column Anti-Rotation Pin, lock the steering wheel in place. See Special Tools . Remove the intermediate shaft bolt from the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement . Fill the power steering system. Refer to Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid . Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System . Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment .