XK-8 Coupe (X100) V8-4.0L (AJ26) (1998)
17. Drain power steering fluid.
Position drain pan under pinion housing.
Disconnect hoses and allow fluid to drain.
Remove and discard '0'-ring seals from hoses.
Fit blanking plugs to hoses and pinion housing ports.
18. NOTE: Make sure steering is in the central position.
Release steering column from pinion shaft.
Remove bolt.
Move column upwards to release it from pinion shaft.
19. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the crossbeam, place a piece of wood between the jack and crossbeam.
Using a suitable jack, support weight of crossbeam.
20. Remove both front mounting brackets from the crossbeam.
Remove front bolts (one bolt on convertible vehicles).
Remove rear bolt.
Remove bracket.