Rack & Pinion Power Steering System: Gear: Description

Fig 1: Power Steering Gear

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1 - OUTER TIE ROD

2 - JAM NUT

3 - STEERING GEAR

4 - FRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER

The steering gear used is the rack-and-pinion type with power assist. It is mounted on the front suspension crossmember. See Fig 1. The outer ends of the outer tie rods attach to the steering knuckles.

NOTE: The power steering gear should not be serviced or adjusted. If a malfunction or oil leak occurs with the steering gear, the complete steering gear needs to be replaced.