how do i replace my rack and pinion
Jul 26, 2014 at 10:23 AM
2006 Buick Lucerne rack and pinion
2006 BUICK LUCERNE
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put pin in steering column, disconnect pinch bolt at gear disconnect p/s lines remove bolts holding rack in remove wheels, remove rack through lh side of car then transfer tie rod ends to new rack and when completer get aligned. see pics.
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Jul 26, 2014 at 11:51 AM
What pin?
Apr 7, 2017 at 7:41 AM
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it's in the first picture if no pin find a drill bit same size otherwise you damage clock spring below steering wheel
Apr 7, 2017 at 9:29 AM
Okay, so, do I need to keep the boot over the gear, or is it safe to leave it off?
Apr 10, 2017 at 7:46 AM
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if you mean the boots that cover the inner tie rod they can be left off for removal but must be back on when installed.
Apr 10, 2017 at 9:31 AM
No, the one that covers the pinch bolt, on the column where it connects to the rack.
Apr 10, 2017 at 11:02 AM
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it should slide out of the way for that.
Apr 10, 2017 at 12:06 PM
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