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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying J 42459
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  1. Remove the rack and pinion steering assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .
  2. Remove the adjuster plug locknut from the adjuster plug and remove the adjuster plug from the housing with J 42459  (1), or with a 19 mm Allen wrench. See Special Tools .
  3. Fig 2: Identifying Adjuster Spring And Rack Bearing
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  4. Remove the adjuster spring and the rack bearing.