OEM 2008 Jeep Liberty Rack And Pinion

2008 Jeep Liberty Rack And Pinion Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to Install a Rack and Pinion Steering Gear on 2008 Jeep Liberty?

  A: Before mounting the rack and pinion on any 2WD, you should take out the outer tie rod ends and transfer them if the rack and pinion requires it. After that, fit the rack and pinion onto the vehicle and secure it with the mounting bolts, until the torque reaches 176 Nm (130 ft.lbs.). Connect the rack and pinion to the power steering lines so that the tube nuts are tightened to 27 Nm (20 ft.lbs.). After that, put the lower coupler pinch bolt in place and install the coupler on the crossbow gear, tightening it to 53 Nm (39 ft.lbs.). Put the tie rod end onto the knuckle and tighten the nuts to 41 Nm (30 ft.lbs.) and 1 more rotation. After this, fit the tire-and-wheel assembly, secure the skid plate and bring the vehicle down. First, open the lock on the steering wheel and add power steering fluid. In the end, align the toe and put the steering wheel in the center.