Are G and Z steering racks interchangeable?
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OK cool. I think I might be developing an issue with my rack as well. I noticed a grease leak, look at the left side of the rack in the picture just to the right of the tie rod, you'll see the leak around the bolt. Stopped by our local dealer today to see if maybe a gasket or washer might have worn out I could replace and they don't sell the rack parts separately, just the whole assembly.
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#17
The FSM is kind of vague about the adjusting screw. On PS-18, Disassembly it shows "Caution - Do not turn adjusting screw more than twice. - Replace steering gear assembly when adjusting screw is removed or more than twice."
Not exactly sure if they mean more than two full 360 degree turns of the screw? I don't see how that would change anything, but they do refer to the adjusting screw height as well. Are you sure the leak is from the screw and not the rubber boot connection?
My car's feel and turning ability improved while being less harsh over bumps and I barely feel cracks like I did before. The wheels feel connected to each other and I think I my alignments from now on will stay. I also noticed that the noise is gone when turning into parking spaces. Sounded like it was a tire issue, but overall the car is a lot smoother and more quiet.
Still have vibration through my gas pedal though...maybe with the steering rack replaced I can pin-point that problem..
Not exactly sure if they mean more than two full 360 degree turns of the screw? I don't see how that would change anything, but they do refer to the adjusting screw height as well. Are you sure the leak is from the screw and not the rubber boot connection?
My car's feel and turning ability improved while being less harsh over bumps and I barely feel cracks like I did before. The wheels feel connected to each other and I think I my alignments from now on will stay. I also noticed that the noise is gone when turning into parking spaces. Sounded like it was a tire issue, but overall the car is a lot smoother and more quiet.
Still have vibration through my gas pedal though...maybe with the steering rack replaced I can pin-point that problem..
#18
If you ever do disconnect the steering rack, only remove the bolt from the bottom half of the lower joint that connects to the steering gear. Having the lower joint already on the steering column makes re-installation much easier. Remember to tie the steering wheel straight once the wheels are raised off the ground. You will need to align the steering column correctly by following the instructions in the FSM. With two people it's pretty easy; tap the steering rack with a hammer to slide into the snug lower joint teeth.
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OK cool. I think I might be developing an issue with my rack as well. I noticed a grease leak, look at the left side of the rack in the picture just to the right of the tie rod, you'll see the leak around the bolt. Stopped by our local dealer today to see if maybe a gasket or washer might have worn out I could replace and they don't sell the rack parts separately, just the whole assembly.
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#20
The FSM is kind of vague about the adjusting screw. On PS-18, Disassembly it shows "Caution - Do not turn adjusting screw more than twice. - Replace steering gear assembly when adjusting screw is removed or more than twice."
Not exactly sure if they mean more than two full 360 degree turns of the screw? I don't see how that would change anything, but they do refer to the adjusting screw height as well. Are you sure the leak is from the screw and not the rubber boot connection?
My car's feel and turning ability improved while being less harsh over bumps and I barely feel cracks like I did before. The wheels feel connected to each other and I think I my alignments from now on will stay. I also noticed that the noise is gone when turning into parking spaces. Sounded like it was a tire issue, but overall the car is a lot smoother and more quiet.
Still have vibration through my gas pedal though...maybe with the steering rack replaced I can pin-point that problem..
Not exactly sure if they mean more than two full 360 degree turns of the screw? I don't see how that would change anything, but they do refer to the adjusting screw height as well. Are you sure the leak is from the screw and not the rubber boot connection?
My car's feel and turning ability improved while being less harsh over bumps and I barely feel cracks like I did before. The wheels feel connected to each other and I think I my alignments from now on will stay. I also noticed that the noise is gone when turning into parking spaces. Sounded like it was a tire issue, but overall the car is a lot smoother and more quiet.
Still have vibration through my gas pedal though...maybe with the steering rack replaced I can pin-point that problem..
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The FSM is kind of vague about the adjusting screw. On PS-18, Disassembly it shows "Caution - Do not turn adjusting screw more than twice. - Replace steering gear assembly when adjusting screw is removed or more than twice."
Not exactly sure if they mean more than two full 360 degree turns of the screw? I don't see how that would change anything, but they do refer to the adjusting screw height as well. Are you sure the leak is from the screw and not the rubber boot connection?
Not exactly sure if they mean more than two full 360 degree turns of the screw? I don't see how that would change anything, but they do refer to the adjusting screw height as well. Are you sure the leak is from the screw and not the rubber boot connection?
My leak is not PS fluid, it's grease.
#22
I'm wondering if the Haynes Manual will tell if you can re-grease the rack while still on the car, if it's a good idea, or if they would advise against it? Does it list any maintenance at all for the rack?
Once you take the rubber boot off you can see into the greased steering gear. It's like the grease is packed into the rack itself.
Have either one of you smacked a curb before? I think that's what messed my rack up.
Once you take the rubber boot off you can see into the greased steering gear. It's like the grease is packed into the rack itself.
Have either one of you smacked a curb before? I think that's what messed my rack up.
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I'm wondering if the Haynes Manual will tell if you can re-grease the rack while still on the car, if it's a good idea, or if they would advise against it? Does it list any maintenance at all for the rack?
Once you take the rubber boot off you can see into the greased steering gear. It's like the grease is packed into the rack itself.
Have either one of you smacked a curb before? I think that's what messed my rack up.
Once you take the rubber boot off you can see into the greased steering gear. It's like the grease is packed into the rack itself.
Have either one of you smacked a curb before? I think that's what messed my rack up.
My car's feel and turning ability improved while being less harsh over bumps and I barely feel cracks like I did before. The wheels feel connected to each other and I think I my alignments from now on will stay. I also noticed that the noise is gone when turning into parking spaces. Sounded like it was a tire issue, but overall the car is a lot smoother and more quiet.
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I'm wondering if the Haynes Manual will tell if you can re-grease the rack while still on the car, if it's a good idea, or if they would advise against it? Does it list any maintenance at all for the rack?
Once you take the rubber boot off you can see into the greased steering gear. It's like the grease is packed into the rack itself.
Have either one of you smacked a curb before? I think that's what messed my rack up.
Once you take the rubber boot off you can see into the greased steering gear. It's like the grease is packed into the rack itself.
Have either one of you smacked a curb before? I think that's what messed my rack up.
Never smacked a curb either.
#26
I find is extremely easy to down shift into a turn with the different rack. Something was really messed up with the other one...now every time I drive I think I should have swapped it a long time ago. I'm glad I changed the whole rack and unsure if changing the fluid by itself would have completely solved the problem.
Do you notice a continuous amount of grease coming from the screw? I would look into rebuilding the power steering rack, but might be cheaper to buy a remanufactured part or junkyard. It would probably be a $2000 job at the dealer and isn't too bad of a job at home.
Do you notice a continuous amount of grease coming from the screw? I would look into rebuilding the power steering rack, but might be cheaper to buy a remanufactured part or junkyard. It would probably be a $2000 job at the dealer and isn't too bad of a job at home.
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***UPDATE***
The steering rack I just put in my car two months ago is leaking from both boots as well as the adjusting nut. I am furious right now and may never buy another car part from a junkyard. It had to be broken before I bought it, I'm going to call them DEMANDING a refund...Looks like I am going to buy an eBay steering rack and re-install that one...THAT'S GOING TO BE FUN
The steering rack I just put in my car two months ago is leaking from both boots as well as the adjusting nut. I am furious right now and may never buy another car part from a junkyard. It had to be broken before I bought it, I'm going to call them DEMANDING a refund...Looks like I am going to buy an eBay steering rack and re-install that one...THAT'S GOING TO BE FUN