How do you remove the steering gear?

To remove the rack and pinion, start by disconnecting the cable from the negative battery terminal and positioning the wheels straight ahead. Remove the ignition key and turn the steering wheel counterclockwise until the column locks. Mark the relationship of the U-joint to the rack and pinion input shaft and remove the pinch-bolt securing the U-joint. Loosen the front wheel lug nuts, raise the front of the vehicle, and support it securely on jackstands. Remove both front wheels and detach the tie-rod ends from the steering knuckles. Remove the two rack and pinion mounting bolts and the rear transaxle mount. Carefully slide the rack and pinion out through the left wheel opening. To install, reverse the removal steps, making sure to replace the rack and pinion mounting bolts/nuts and the intermediate shaft pinch bolt with new ones. Tighten them to the proper torque specifications. Reconnect the negative battery cable and have the front end alignment checked and adjusted if necessary.

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Saturn Ion Gear Kit, Steering
Part Number: 25956924
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gear Assembly, Steering Gear
- Replaces: 15816429, 15802532, 10373032, 15220342
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2007 Saturn Ion | 2 DOOR, 4 DOOR, REDLINE 2 DOOR | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 4 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.4L

Saturn Ion Rack And Pinion

The Rack And Pinion in Saturn Ion vehicles is as important part, which turns the rotational motion of the steering wheel into the lateral motion of the front wheels. The steering type incorporated in this mechanism is rack and pinion, whereby the pinion gear which is affixed to the column meshes with the rack gear that is placed in a hollow metallic tube. The movement of the rack is done by tie- rods connected to the steering knuckles and this make it easier to steer the vehicle. Saturn Ion automobiles mainly incorporate power assisted rack and pinion steering making the vehicular steering more easy through the help of hydraulic systems. These system comprises a cylinder which contains fluid and a piston which offers help based on the rotation of the steering wheel. Earlier models of manual racks have been replaced, with a more preferable power assist incorporated in new models. Flashing of fluids or even wire gears may impact performance and may require periodic checks and at times a replacement to enhance the stearing abilities of a car.

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Saturn Ion Rack And Pinion Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Gear Kit, Steering
25956924
Q: How do you remove the steering gear?
A: To remove the rack and pinion, start by disconnecting the cable from the negative battery terminal and positioning the wheels straight ahead. Remove the ignition key and turn the steering wheel counterclockwise until the column locks. Mark the relationship of the U-joint to the rack and pinion input shaft and remove the pinch-bolt securing the U-joint. Loosen the front wheel lug nuts, raise the front of the vehicle, and support it securely on jackstands. Remove both front wheels and detach the tie-rod ends from the Steering Knuckles. Remove the two rack and pinion mounting bolts and the rear transaxle mount. Carefully slide the rack and pinion out through the left wheel opening. To install, reverse the removal steps, making sure to replace the rack and pinion mounting bolts/nuts and the intermediate shaft pinch bolt with new ones. Tighten them to the proper torque specifications. Reconnect the negative battery cable and have the front end alignment checked and adjusted if necessary.