OEM 2001 Cadillac DeVille Rack And Pinion

2001 Cadillac DeVille Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Replace the Front Rack and Pinion Steering Gear on 2001 Cadillac DeVille?

  A: When replacing the Rack And Pinion you need to position the Steering Column in lock to protect the coil assembly as you steer the wheels straight. Install (J 42640) into the Steering Column access hole to maintain Steering Column security. Start by elevating and sustaining the vehicle and finish by removing all tires and wheels. Begin by taking off the outer tie rods retaining nuts and use tool (J 24319-B) to break the attachment between the outer tie rod and Steering Knuckle. First disconnect the intermediate shaft from the Rack And Pinion by removing its pinch bolt before disassembly. Start by removing the Rack And Pinion heat shield then strip away the upper rear transmission mount nuts before cutting power steering system wiring if applicable. For power steering maintenance place a drain pan beneath the car then disconnect both pressure and return hoses from the Rack And Pinion. Install a jack to stabilize the frame's rear before you remove the frame's rear mounting bolts. After lowering the rear frame section install a jack to support it while you extract the Rack And Pinion steering mechanism from the driver's side and take needed components with you. When installing the Rack And Pinion return it to its proper position within the vehicle while raising the rear frame section. The installation process includes frame bolt mounting then nut tightening at 192 nm (142 ft. Lbs.) while transmission mount nuts reach 75 nm (55 ft. Lbs. Torque). The Rack And Pinion mounting bolts go next after you install them at 95 nm torque (70 ft. Lbs.). Then connect and tighten the power steering pressure and return hoses at 27 nm torque (20 ft. Lbs.). Begin by removing the drain pan before connecting the variable effort steering electrical connector then installing the Rack And Pinion heat shield. Secure the outer tie rods by reattaching them to steering knuckles then tighten the retaining nuts to 47 nm (35 ft. Lbs.) before applying an additional 1/6 turn or 70 nm (52 ft. Lbs.). Span the intermediate shaft across the Rack And Pinion before tightening the pinch bolt to reach 45 nm (33 ft. Lbs.). The vehicle will receive new tires and wheels followed by lower suspension until you disconnect (J 42640) from the Steering Column opening then perform power steering system bleeding and implement front tire alignment adjustment.