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STEERING AND FRONT SUSPENSION
RACK AND PINION REMOVAL
1.
Electric Vehicle: Disconnect the batteries and discharge the controller. See Disconnecting the Batteries –
Electric Vehicles on page 1-4.
Gasoline Vehicle: Disconnect battery and spark plug wire(s). See Disconnecting the Battery- Gasoline
Vehicles on page 1-3.
2.
Remove the front bumper as instructed. Section 4 — Body and Trim
3.
Remove the tie rod end retaining nuts (2) (Figure 7-4, Page 7-4).
4.
Remove the tie rod ends (3) from the spindle assemblies.
5.
Remove the three bolts (5) from the steering rack and pinion assembly mounting bracket.
6.
Remove the upper bolt (7) from the universal joint, then remove the rack and pinion assembly and universal joint
from the vehicle.
RACK AND PINION INSTALLATION
1.
To minimize corrosion, apply a light coat of anti-seize lubricating compound to the end of the steering column shaft.
2.
Simultaneously slide the universal joint over the square end of the steering column shaft and position the
assembly over the mounting holes in the chassis.
3.
Install three screws (5) to secure the assembly to the chassis. Tighten screws to 22 lb·ft (30 N·m).
4.
Install the upper universal joint bolt (7) and tighten to 18.4 lb·ft (25 N·m) (Figure 7-4, Page 7-4).
5.
Install the tie rod ends (3) into the left- and right-hand spindle tabs (4), and then install the retaining nuts (2)
(Figure 7-4, Page 7-4). Tighten the retaining nuts to 70 lb·ft (95 N·m).See following WARNING.
WARNING
• Do not operate vehicle until toe-in is adjusted and ball joints are secured.
6.
Adjust the toe-in. See Toe-in Adjustment on page 7-7.
7.
Electric Vehicle: Connect batteries. See Connecting the Batteries – Electric Vehicles, Section 1, Page 1-4.
Gasoline Vehicle: Connect battery and spark plug wire(s).
See Connecting the Battery- Gasoline Vehicles on page 1-3.
8.
Test drive vehicle before returning it to service.
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