OEM 2009 Jeep Liberty Rack And Pinion

2009 Jeep Liberty Rack And Pinion Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to Install a Rack and Pinion Steering Gear on 2009 Jeep Liberty?

  A: In a 2WD, begin by turning the outer tie rod ends to the rack and pinion if you must do so. After that, connect the rack and pinion to the car and fasten it with the bolts used for the mounting, ensuring all are torqued to 176 Nm (130 ft.lbs.). Make sure the tube nuts on the power steering lines are screwed in as tightly as 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs). After installing the lower coupler pinch bolt, place the coupler on the upper half and tighten to 53 Nm (39 ft.lbs.). Put the tie rod end onto the knuckle and tighten its nuts to 41 Nm (30 ft.lbs.) after turning them an extra 90 degrees. Place the tire and wheel combo onto the vehicle and install the skid plate if included. Lower the vehicle by taking away the support stand and release the locked steering position. Top up the steering fluid and align the wheels as you line the steering wheel straight ahead.