For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the stabilizer shaft links from the control arms. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement in Front Suspension.
4. Remove the tie rod ends from the steering knuckle. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
5. Remove the intermediate shaft lower pinch bolt (1) from the power steering gear (2).
6. Support the rear of the support frame with jack stands.
7. Remove the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement in Front Suspension.
8. Remove the power steering hoses from the from the power steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement or Power Steering Return Hose Replacement .
9. Remove the power steering gear bolts (2) from the frame (3).
10. Remove the power steering gear (1) through the left wheel opening.

### Installation Procedure

1. Position the power steering gear (1) on the vehicle.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the power steering gear bolts (2) to the frame (3).

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 120 N·m (89 lb ft).

3. Install the power steering hoses to the power steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement or Power Steering Return Hose Replacement .
4. Install the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement in Front Suspension.
5. Install the intermediate shaft lower pinch bolt to the power steering gear (2).

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).

6. Install the tie rod ends to the steering knuckle. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
7. Install the stabilizer shaft links to the control arms. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement in Front Suspension.
8. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Bleed the air from the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .