K 1500 Truck 4WD V8-6.0L VIN U (2001)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Rack and Pinion
Replacement
Power Steering Gear Replacement (Rack and Pinion)
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Support the vehicle with suitable safety stands. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove both of the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
3. Remove the engine shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement in Body and Frame.
4. Remove the outer tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Refer to Tie End Replacement-Outer.
5. Remove the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement.
6. Place a drain pan under the lines in order to catch the fluid.
7. Remove the power steering high pressure line (2) from the rack and pinion assembly (3).
8. Remove the power steering low pressure line (1) from the rack and pinion assembly (3).
9. Remove the coupler clamp bolt from the intermediate shaft.
10. Remove the intermediate shaft from the rack and pinion assembly.
