Rack And Pinion; Rack And Pinion Inspection; Rack And Pinion Removal - Club Car Precedent Maintenance And Service Manual

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Rack and Pinion

RACK AND PINION
CAUTION
• Front impacts that bend tie rods and/or drag links can possibly damage internal steering gear
components. The manufacturer recommends inspecting the rack and pinion and replacing if damaged.

RACK AND PINION INSPECTION

1. Look for obvious damage to the chassis, where the rack and pinion is mounted, and the rack and pinion housing.
Particularly check the housing for broken mounting points.
2. Compare the toe-in against the specification. See Tow-in Adjustment.
3. If obvious visible damage is found, such as a bent tie rod, check the steering gear for abnormal free-play, noise,
binding or clunking while it is under a load. With the steering system fully assembled and all four tires on the
ground/floor, turn the steering wheel from stop to stop. While turning, feel for any binding, clunking or tight/loose
spots. Listen for unusual noises. Replace the rack and pinion as an assembly if any is found.
4. In the event of an known impact and obvious visible damage is not found in the method described above,
disconnect the tie rods and/or drag links from the spindles. Turn the steering wheel from stop to stop. While
turning, feel for any binding or tight/loose spots. Listen for unusual noises. Replace the rack and pinion as an
assembly if any is found.

RACK AND PINION REMOVAL

1383B
1. Disable the vehicle.
2. Electric Vehicle: Disconnect the batteries and discharge the controller.
Gasoline Vehicle: Disconnect the battery and spark plug wire.
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Figure 7-6 Rack and Pinion Removal
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