K 2500 Truck 4WD V8-6.0L VIN U (1999)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
P/S Gear (Rack and Pinion)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
2. Remove both of the front tire and wheel assemblies.
3. Remove the engine shield.
4. Remove the stabilizer shaft.
5. Place a drain pan under the lines in order to catch the fluid.
6. Remove the power steering high pressure line (1) from the rack and pinion assembly (3).
7. Remove the power steering low pressure line (2) from the rack and pinion assembly (3).
8. Remove the coupler clamp bolt from the intermediate shaft.
9. Remove the intermediate shaft from the rack and pinion assembly.