Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN K (1998)
Power Rack And Pinion - End Take Off - Legend
Remove or Disconnect
1. Loosen cylinder line fittings (25) or (26) on cylinder end of gear assembly (30).
2. Loosen fittings on cylinder line assemblies (25) or (26) at valve end of gear assembly (30).
3. Cylinder line assemblies (25) or (26) from rack and pinion gear assembly (30). O-ring seals (23) from valve end of lines (25) or (26) and discard.
Install or Connect
Inspect
Lines for:
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Cracks.
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Dents.
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Damage to threads.
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Replace as needed.
1. New O-ring seals (23) to valve end of lines (25) or (26).
2. Cylinder line assemblies (25) or (26) to gear assembly (30).
NOTICE: Carefully align threads on all fittings and finger tighten to avoid stripping and cross-threading.
Tighten
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Valve end fittings to 16.9 N.m (12.6 ft. lbs.).
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Cylinder end fittings to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.).
Important: Flush and bleed power steering system (hoses, reservoir and cooler lines) with power steering fluid (see flushing and bleeding
procedures).
Pinion Seals, Dust Seals and Bearing Annulus Assembly
Tools Required:
J 29822 Pinion Seal Installer
J 29810 Stub Shaft Seal Protector
14 mm Crowfoot Wrench