OEM 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Rack And Pinion

2004 Chevrolet Malibu Rack And Pinion Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Replace the Front Rack and Pinion on 2004 Chevrolet Malibu?

  A: Firstly raise and support the vehicle and install a drain pan under it. Take off the tires and wheels and dispose of tie rod retaining nuts. Do not disconnect a steering linkage joint; instead remove the seal protector by inserting a wedge between the joint and attached part after which the seal will not be damaged. Remove the outer tie rods from the steering knuckles with j 24319-b then remove Rack And Pinion cross member. Separate the lower intermediate shaft from the power steering Rack And Pinion and take out the Power Steering Hose assembly from the Rack And Pinion. Support the power steering Rack And Pinion, then remove the mounting bolts and get Rack And Pinion out of the vehicle. Now, install the outer tie rods and the new power steering Rack And Pinion, tightening up the mounting bolts nut to 110 n.m (81 lb ft). Unscrew the support from the power steering Rack And Pinion, then connect the Power Steering Hose assembly, securely tightening the retaining bolt of 12 n.m (106 lb in). Begin by fastening the lower intermediate shaft to the power steering Rack And Pinion, and install the Rack And Pinion crossmember. Finally, connect the outer tie rods to the steering knuckles with new retaining nuts that are torqued to 57 n.m (42 lb ft). Replace the tires and wheels, take away the drain pan, decrease the car, and empty the power steering. Change the front toe only when there is an exchange of a Tie Rod End part or Rack And Pinion.