Rendezvous FWD V6-3.5L VIN L (2006)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Power Steering Gear Replacement
Power Steering Gear Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front wheels.
3. Remove the stabilizer shaft.
4. Disconnect the tie rod ends from the steering knuckles.
5. Caution: Failure to disconnect the intermediate shaft from the rack and pinion stub shaft can result in damage to the steering gear and/or
intermediate shaft. This damage can cause loss of steering control which could result in personal injury.
Notice: The front wheels of the vehicle must be maintained in the straight ahead position and the steering column must be in the LOCK position
before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft. Failure to follow these procedures will cause improper alignment of some
components during installation and result in damage to the SIR coil assembly.
Disconnect the steering intermediate shaft from the steering gear.
6. Use a utility stand in order to support the frame.
7. Remove the frame rear bolts.
8. Notice: Do not lower the rear of the frame too far as damage to the engine components nearest to the cowl may result.
Use the utility stand in order to lower the frame and the powertrain.
9. Remove the power steering gear heat shield.
10. Disconnect the power steering gear pressure hose from the power steering gear.
11. Disconnect the power steering gear cooler pipe from the steering gear.
12. With FWD, remove the power steering gear nut(s).
13. With FWD, remove the power steering gear bolts.
