OEM 2009 GMC Envoy Rack And Pinion

2009 GMC Envoy Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Replace the Front Rack and Pinion on 2009 GMC Envoy?

  A: To replace the Rack And Pinion, first, lift and support the vehicle with a drain pan under and install. Take away the tires and wheels, and after that eliminate the outer tie rod retaining nuts. New service personnel must not disconnect a steering link because she may damage the seals, so drive a wedge between the link and the part attached. Remove the outer tie rods from the steering knuckles using j 24319-b (Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller). Next, take out the Rack And Pinion cross member and detach the lower intermediate shaft from the power steering rack. Remove the Power Steering Hose assembly from the power steering rack retaining bolt and pull off the assembly from the rack. Support the power steering rack and then remove the mounting bolt and take the rack off from the vehicle. After that, put the outer tie rods in place, and put the power steering rack back into the car. Mount the power steering rack mounting bolts and tighten with 110 nm (81 lb ft). Pull off the support of the power steering rack, then connect the Power Steering Hose assembly to the rack, fastening it with the retaining bolt and tighten up to 12 nm (106 lb in). Connect the lower intermediate shaft to the power steering rack, attach the Rack And Pinion crossmember, and attach the outer tie rods to the steering knuckles. Replace new nuts for outer tie rods and tighten them to 57 nm (42 lb ft). Replace the tires and wheels, take off the drain pan, and bring the vehicle down. Lastly, let the power steering system bleed. Further adjustments of the front toe are only required in the case of whether a tie rod end or Rack And Pinion has been replaced.