Steering Gears & Linkage - Rack & Pinion: Overhaul: Disassembly

Clamp rack and pinion assembly in a vise, using pads on steering gear housing to prevent damage. Remove boot clamps, then loosen tie rod lock nut and inner socket assembly.
NOTE: Do not disassemble inner socket assembly or tie rod assembly.

Remove tie rod assembly from rack.
Loosen rack adjuster lock nut (on housing), then remove adjuster, spring, and rack damper. Remove oil seal from pinion shaft, then pry snap ring from pinion housing and withdraw pinion assembly. Pull rack from gear housing.
Remove snap ring securing pinion bearing, then press out bearing from pinion shaft. Remove rubber mounts by striking with wood hammer. Pry snap ring from steering gear housing and remove rack bushing.

Fig 1: Exploded View of Rack & Pinion Steering Gear Assembly
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Fig 2: Cutaway View of Steering Gear
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