Rampage L4-135 2.2L (1983)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Steering Gear Replacement
Manual Steering Gear Replacement
The steering gear cannot be adjusted or repaired. If a malfunction occurs, the entire rack and pinion assembly must be replaced. If bellows seal is
leaking or damaged, remove gear from vehicle. Drain, clean and lubricate gear with 1/4 pt. of MS-5644 (90 weight) hypoid oil. Replace damaged or
leaking bellows.
Power Steering Gear Replacement
1. Raise and support vehicle, then remove front wheels.
2. Remove tie rod ends with a suitable puller.
3. Remove splash shields and boot seal shields.
4. Drive out lower roll pin attaching pinion shaft to lower universal joint.
5. Support front suspension crossmember with a suitable jack.
6. On power steering units, disconnect hoses from steering gear.
7. Disconnect tie rod ends from steering knuckles.
8. On all models, remove bolts attaching steering gear to front suspension crossmember. Loosen crossmember from vehicle frame.
9. Remove steering gear from left side of vehicle.
10. Reverse procedure to install.
