Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra, 2002 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2002 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the rack and pinion assembly (3) into the vehicle.
- Install the rack and pinion assembly mounting bolts (4), the washers (2) and the nuts (1). Tighten the nuts to 185 N.m (136 ft lbs).
- Install the intermediate shaft to the rack and pinion assembly.
- Install the coupler clamp bolt to the intermediate shaft. Tighten the bolt to 45 N.m (33 ft lbs).
- Install the power steering low pressure hose (1) to the rack and pinion assembly (3).
- Install the power steering high pressure hose (2) to the rack and pinion assembly (3). Tighten the hoses to 27 N.m (28 ft lbs).
- Install the engine protection shield, if equipped.
- Install the outer tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Refer to Tie Rod End Replacement - Outer .
- Install the stabilizer shaft.
- If the steering gear is equipped with a ground strap, install the ground strap to the crossmember bracket.
- Place the ground strap on the left side of the bracket and mark the location.
- Center punch the bolt hole location.
- Drill a hole using a 7 mm (9/32 in) drill bit.
- Install the bolt and washer retaining the ground strap to the crossmember. Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 in lbs).
- Install both of the front fire and wheel assemblies.
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding Power Steering System .