Removal Procedure

Turn the steering wheel to the straight forward position, support it from movement, and remove the key from the ignition.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the right side engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement .
Place the drain pan under the vehicle.

Fig 1: View Of Routing Clip Retainers (RH Side)

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Remove the 2 routing clip retainers from the RH side of the front cradle.

Fig 2: View Of Routing Clip Retainers (Front Side)

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Remove the 2 routing clip retainers from the front side of the front cradle.

Fig 3: View Of Clamp, Power Steering Inlet Pipe/Hose And Cooler Pipe

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Compress the clamp (1) and disconnect the power steering inlet pipe/hose (2) from the cooler pipe (3).

Fig 4: View Of Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt

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CAUTION: Failure to disconnect the intermediate shaft from the rack and pinion stub shaft can result in damage to the steering gear and/or intermediate shaft. This damage can cause loss of steering control which could result in personal injury.

Remove the intermediate shaft pinch bolt and separate the intermediate shaft from the steering gear.
Place a jack stand at the rear of the cradle support.
Remove the 2 rear cradle support bolts.
Using the jack stand, lower the rear of the cradle support for clearance.

Fig 5: Power Steering Gear Heat Shield Bolts And Shield

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Remove the 2 power steering gear heat shield bolts and the shield.

Fig 6: View Of Cooler Pipe/Hose Fitting And Steering Gear

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Disconnect the cooler pipe/hose fitting from the steering gear. Discard the O-ring seal.
Remove the cooler pipe/hose from the vehicle.