Cutlass V6-191 3.1L VIN M SFI (1998)
Rack Bearing Removal
2. Adjuster plug lock nut (15) from adjuster plug.
3. Adjuster plug from gear assembly (30).
4. Adjuster spring and rack bearing.
5. Retaining ring (17) from valve bore of gear assembly (30).
Retaining Ring And Lock Nut Removal
6. Dust cover (33) from bottom of gear assembly (30).
NOTICE: Stub shaft must be held to prevent damage to the pinion teeth.
7. Hex lock nut (32) from lower end of pinion and valve assembly, while holding stub shaft with 14 mm Crowfoot Wrench.
NOTICE: DO NOT hammer or pound on pinion and valve assembly. This will cause damage or loosen the drive pin.
Important: When performing the following procedure, do not remove pinion and valve assembly from gear assembly. Press pinion and valve
assembly only far enough to allow removal of bearing/annulus and seal. Pinion and valve assembly removal is not required.
