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Removal Procedure

    NOTE: The front wheels of the vehicle must be maintained in the straight ahead position and the steering column must be in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft. Failure to follow these procedures will cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in damage to the SIR coil assembly.
  1. Turn the steering wheel to the straight forward position and lock it in place.
  2. Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
  3. Remove the steering gear heat shield. Refer to Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement 
  4. Remove the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (with Rear Twist Axle) .
    5. Fig 1: View Of Outer Tie Rod Castle Nut
    GM1801218Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the rack and pinion outer tie rod nuts.
    6. IMPORTANT: Do not free the rack and pinion outer tie rod from the steering knuckle by use of a pickle fork or a wedge type tool. Damage to the seal or bushing may result.
  6. Using puller J 24319-B  , separate the rack and pinion outer tie rod ends from the steering knuckles. See Special Tools .
    7. Fig 2: View Of Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt
    GM1831763Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the intermediate steering shaft pinch bolt and separate the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear.
    8. NOTE: Do not lower the rear of the frame too far as damage to the engine components nearest to the cowl may result.
  8. Place a jack stand at the rear of the cradle support.
  9. Remove the 2 rear cradle support bolts.
  10. Using the jack stand, lower the rear of the cradle support for clearance.
    11. Fig 3: Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose And Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose
    GM1801586Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose (1) and the power steering cooler hose (2) from the steering gear (3). Discard the O-ring seals.
    12. Fig 4: View Power Steering Gear Mounting Nuts And Bolts
    GM1801645Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the steering gear nuts (1) and bolts (2).
  13. Remove the steering gear through the left side wheel opening.
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