Link And Coil

REMOVAL

Special Tools:






1. Place the front wheels in a straight-ahead position.

NOTE: The steering column on vehicles with an automatic transmission may not be equipped with an internal locking shaft that allows the ignition key cylinder to be locked with the key. Alternative methods of locking the steering wheel for service will have to be used.

2. Lock the steering wheel.
3. Siphon out as much power steering fluid as possible.
4. Disconnect and cap the fluid hoses from steering gear Power Steering Hose - Removal.




5. Remove the steering shaft coupler pinch bolt (1) at the steering gear and slide coupler off steering gear (2).





6. Remove the steering gear shaft to pitman arm (1) retaining nut and washer.
7. Mark the steering gear shaft and pitman arm (1) for installation reference.
8. Using the Pitman Arm Remover (2) or equivalent, remove the pitman arm (1) from the steering gear shaft Pitman Arm - Removal.










9. Remove the steering gear (1) three retaining bolts (2) and remove the steering gear (1) from the vehicle.