Thread: 04+ Rack and Pinion replacement [*]

Not to bring up an old thread, is there another link for a writeup?

Originally Posted by BillBoost37

I don't have a write up...but check me out.

Jack and support car (usually at factory jacking locations right behind front wheels.
Remove both wheels
Remove the nuts holding the tie rods to knuckles and free tie rods from knuckles
Ensure steering wheel is straight and can not turn
Lift rubber boot on top of rack and unbolt the 11mm holding the telescoping shaft to the rack. Wiggle it free
Lower rear of subframe about 2-3 inches and support at that height
Disconnect the two ps pump lines at the rack
Remove two bolts holding rack to subframe
Slide rack out the wheel well and reverse for installation.
Once completed, start car and fill ps res.
Turn wheel a few times in both directions an allow system to bleed air out.
Repeat with fluid/turning and sitting until system is at the correct level and not making noise.

this is about all you need to know short of pics. google will find a few more that are on other boards, some with pics, most w/o.

Originally Posted by Bills1997GTP

Not to bring up an old thread, is there another link for a writeup?