OEM 2002 Chevrolet Venture Rack And Pinion

2002 Chevrolet Venture Rack And Pinion Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Replace the Front Rack and Pinion Steering Gear on 2002 Chevrolet Venture?

  A: The Rack And Pinion replacement process begins with vehicle elevation followed by proper support. First remove the stabilizer shaft before taking off the steering knuckles tie rod ends along with the steering intermediate shaft from the Rack And Pinion. A utility stand supports the frame while you remove and dispose of frame rear bolts making sure to keep the rear of the frame at a safe height from engine components. Lower the frame through the utility stand then disconnect the Rack And Pinion cooler pipe and pressure hose from the Rack And Pinion. Remove the apparatus holding Rack And Pinion bolts and nuts before extracting the Rack And Pinion through the vehicle's left side wheel opening. Place the new Rack And Pinion through the frame using the left side wheel opening and tighten Rack And Pinion bolts with clean and rust-free components to develop 2 nm (18 inch lbs.) torque/drag before seating; replace bolts as needed, otherwise, replace them. Seal the Rack And Pinion pressure hose and cooler pipe first then install the Rack And Pinion pressure hose retaining clip before tightening the Rack And Pinion nuts to 80nm(59ft.lbs). First lift the frame and powertrain combination with a utility stand then install new frame rear bolts before removing the stand. The installation process involves connecting the steering intermediate shaft to the Rack And Pinion and attaching the tie rod ends to the steering knuckles and stapling the stabilizer shaft. After lowering the vehicle you should proceed to fill the Rack And Pinion system before bleeding air from the system while inspecting for leaks then making adjustments to the toe if needed.