J2000/Sunbird V6-191 3.1L VIN T MFI (1994)
Fig. 9 Power Rack & Pinion Steering Gear Removal
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable.
2.
Remove left hand sound insulator.
3.
From under instrument panel, pull downward on steering column seal, then remove upper pinch bolt from flexible coupling.
4.
Disconnect pressure line from steering gear and remove screw attaching line bracket to cowl.
5.
Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove both front wheel and tire assemblies.
6.
Disconnect tie rods from struts using tool No. J24319-01, then lower vehicle.
7.
Remove steering gear mounting clamps, Fig. 9.
8.
Move steering gear slightly forward, then disconnect return line from gear and drain power steering fluid.
9.
Remove lower pinch bolt from flexible coupling, then detach coupling from steering gear stub shaft and remove dash seal.
10.
Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove splash shield from left inner fender.
11.
Place steering knuckle and hub assembly into the full left turn position, then remove steering gear through access hole in left hand inner fender.
12.
Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. If steering gear mounting clamps have backed out during removal, install double nuts on stud and Torque to 22 ft. lbs.
b. Torque coupling to stub shaft pinch bolt to 30 ft. lbs.
c. Torque pressure and return line fittings to specifications.
