OEM 2003 Chevrolet Malibu Rack And Pinion

2003 Chevrolet Malibu Rack And Pinion Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Replace the Front Rack and Pinion Steering Gear on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu?

  A: Start replacement of the Rack And Pinion by elevating a vehicle with a hoist then stripping off its tires and wheels. The first step involves detaching the stabilizer shaft links from the control arms along with separating the tie rod ends from the Steering Knuckle. Start by removing the stabilizer shaft's lower pinch bolt from the Rack And Pinion so you can remove the stabilizer shaft. The Rack And Pinion requires disconnection of its hoses then flushing of the Rack And Pinion bolts from the frame structure. Use the left wheel opening to take out the Rack And Pinion. After positioning the Rack And Pinion on the vehicle, install its mounting Rack And Pinion bolts to the frame at 110 nm (81 ft. Lbs.) torque. Install the stabilizer shaft first before reconnecting Rack And Pinion hoses to the steering gear. Then apply 20 nm (15 ft. Lbs.) torque while tightening the intermediate shaft lower pinch bolt. Following the correct sequence, install the tie rod ends onto the Steering Knuckle then secure stabilizer shaft links to the control arms before reinstalling tires and wheels. After lowering the vehicle you must remove air from the Rack And Pinion system and use proper wheel alignment methods.