Canyon 4WD L4-2.9L (2008)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Steering Gear Replacement
Steering Gear Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Wheels and Tires/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair) .
2. Remove both of the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair
) .
3. Remove the engine protection shield if equipped. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Frame/Skid Plate/Service
and Repair) .
4. Disconnect the outer tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement (See: Tie Rod/Tie Rod
End/Service and Repair) .
5. Place a drain pan to catch the fluid.
6. Disconnect the power steering hose assembly from the steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Gear Inlet and Outlet Hose Replacement (See:
Power Steering/Power Steering Line/Hose/Service and Repair) .
7. Remove the coupler clamp bolt from the intermediate shaft. Refer to Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (See: Steering
Column/Service and Repair/Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement) .
8. Separate the intermediate shaft from the steering gear.