STEERING AND FRONT SUSPENSION
Rack and Pinion Disassembly, Continued:
10. If the ball bearing (4) (Figure 7-5, Page 7-6) has been damaged, remove the C-type stop ring (16)
(Figure 7-7, Page 7-7) and press the bearing off (Figure 7-9, Page 7-7).
11. Inspect the bushing (7) and needle bearing (6) for excessive wear. If wear is excessive, replace the entire
assembly (Figure 7-5, Page 7-6).
12. Inspect the ball joints (8) for wear. If one or both of the ball joints (8) are excessively worn, remove and
replace the ball joint from the rack (18).
13. Remove the rack (18) from housing (17).
Figure 7-6 Remove Dust Seal
Figure 7-8 Remove Pinion from Housing
2005 Precedent IQ System Electric Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual
Figure 7-7 Pinion Snap Rings
PRESS RAM
PINION GEAR
BEARING
Figure 7-9 Remove Bearing from Pinion
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Rack and Pinion
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