Regal V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (1998)
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Rack and pinion assembly from vehicle.
2. Do all steps under "REMOVE OR DISCONNECT," refer to RACK & PINION BOOT and BREATHER TUBE. See: Steering Gear
3. Shock dampener (13) from inner tie rod assembly (12) and slide back on rack.
NOTICE: Rack must be held during removal of inner tie rod (12) to prevent rack damage.
4. Inner tie rod assembly (12) from rack assembly as follows:
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Place a wrench on flats of rack assembly.
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Place another wrench on flats of inner tie rod housing.
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Rotate inner tie rod housing counterclockwise until inner tie rod (12) separates from rack.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
NOTICE: Rack must be held during inner tie rod (12) installation to prevent internal gear damage.