Rack and Pinion Gear Preload Bearing Replacement for Pontiac Wave 2004

There is no provision for overhaul or disassembly of the rack and pinion power steering gear. The power steering gear is served only as an assembly.

1. Remove the rack and pinion steering assembly from the vehicle.
2. Remove the adjuster plug locknut from the adjuster plug, and remove the adjuster plug from the housing with the rack guide spring cap wrench (22 mm).



3. Remove the adjuster spring and rack bearing.

Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.

1. Coat the rack bearing, the adjuster spring, and the adjuster plug with lithium-based grease.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. With the rack centered, turn the adjuster plug clockwise until a torque of 12 N·m (9 Ib ft) is obtained, then back it off by 50-70 degrees.

Tighten
Tighten the adjuster plug to 12 N·m (9 Ib ft).