How do you remove the steering gear for Chevrolet Blazer,S10,GMC Jimmy and Sonoma?

To remove the rack and pinion, start by raising the front of the vehicle and supporting it securely on jackstands. Disconnect the power steering hose fittings and cap the ends to prevent fluid loss and contamination. Pry apart the U-joint plastic shield and remove it, marking the relationship of the intermediate shaft lower universal joint to the rack and pinion input shaft. Remove the intermediate shaft lower pinch bolt and disconnect the Pitman arm from the relay rod. Support the rack and pinion, remove the mounting bolts, and lower the unit. Separate the intermediate shaft from the rack and pinion input shaft and remove the rack and pinion from the vehicle. To install the rack and pinion, slide the Pitman arm onto the shaft, aligning the marks, and tighten the nut to the proper torque. Raise the rack and pinion and Pitman arm into position, connecting the intermediate shaft and aligning the marks. Install the mounting bolts and tighten them to the correct torque specifications. Install the lower intermediate shaft pinch bolt and the plastic shield. Connect the power steering hose fittings and fill the power steering pump reservoir with the recommended fluid. Finally, lower the vehicle and bleed the steering system.

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GMC Sonoma Rack Kit, Piston & Nut Assembly
Part Number: 7817528
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: RACK KIT, Steering Gear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-2004 GMC Sonoma | 4 DOOR, PICKUP, PICKUP EXTENDED CAB | 4 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.2L Flex, 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 2.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L
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GMC Sonoma Gear Kit,Steering (Remanufacture)
Part Number: 19330481
Product Specifications
- Other Name: GEAR KIT, Steering; Gear Assembly, Steering Gear
- Replaces: 26071292, 26077898, 26048643, 15059799, 26048646, 26077899, 26100341, 26071291, 15059798, 15059793, 15059794
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2004 GMC Sonoma | 4 DOOR, PICKUP, PICKUP EXTENDED CAB | 4 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.2L Flex, 6 Cyl 4.3L
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GMC Sonoma Rack, Piston Nut Kit, Hydraulic Steering Gear
Part Number: 7817526
Product Specifications
- Other Name: RACK KIT, Steering Gear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1994 GMC Sonoma | PICKUP | 4 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 2.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L
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GMC Sonoma Gear Kit,Steering (Remanufacture)
Part Number: 26087098
Product Specifications
- Other Name: GEAR, Steering
- Replaces: 7848138, 07848138, 07848140, 7848140, 26033212
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1994 GMC Sonoma | PICKUP | 4 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 2.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L
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GMC Sonoma Gear Kit,Steering (Remanufacture)
Part Number: 19330480
Product Specifications
- Other Name: GEAR KIT, Steering; Gear Assembly, Steering Gear
- Replaces: 26077902, 26100339, 26071296, 15059797, 15059802
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2003 GMC Sonoma | PICKUP | 4 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.2L Flex, 6 Cyl 4.3L
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GMC Sonoma Gear Asm. Steering (Manual)
Part Number: 7845260
Product Specifications
- Other Name: GEAR, Steering; Gear Assembly, Steering Gear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1993 GMC Sonoma | PICKUP | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 2.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L

GMC Sonoma Rack And Pinion Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Rack Kit, Piston & Nut Assembly
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Q: How do you remove the steering gear for Chevrolet Blazer,S10,GMC Jimmy and Sonoma?
A: To remove the rack and pinion, start by raising the front of the vehicle and supporting it securely on jackstands. Disconnect the power steering hose fittings and cap the ends to prevent fluid loss and contamination. Pry apart the U-joint plastic shield and remove it, marking the relationship of the intermediate shaft lower universal joint to the rack and pinion input shaft. Remove the intermediate shaft lower pinch bolt and disconnect the Pitman Arm from the relay rod. Support the rack and pinion, remove the mounting bolts, and lower the unit. Separate the intermediate shaft from the rack and pinion input shaft and remove the rack and pinion from the vehicle. To install the rack and pinion, slide the Pitman arm onto the shaft, aligning the marks, and tighten the nut to the proper torque. Raise the rack and pinion and Pitman arm into position, connecting the intermediate shaft and aligning the marks. Install the mounting bolts and tighten them to the correct torque specifications. Install the lower intermediate shaft pinch bolt and the plastic shield. Connect the power steering hose fittings and fill the power steering pump reservoir with the recommended fluid. Finally, lower the vehicle and bleed the steering system.