Removal & Installation: Gear: Removal

Separate and remove the cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Gear Cover
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Remove and discard the pinch bolt.

Fig 2: Identifying Pinch Bolt
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Make sure the ignition switch is in the locked position.
Separate the steering column lower shaft (3B676) from the steering gear (3504).

Fig 3: Separating Steering Column Lower Shaft From Steering Gear
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Disconnect the lines.

Fig 4: Removing Power Steering Line From Steering Gear
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Raise the vehicle.
Remove and discard the lock nut.

Fig 5: Identifying Steering Sector Shaft Arm Locknut
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Using the special tool, separate the steering sector shaft arm drag link (3304) from the steering gear sector shaft arm (3590).

Fig 6: Separating Steering Sector Shaft Arm Drag Link From Steering Gear Sector Shaft Arm
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Remove the bolts and the steering gear.

Fig 7: Identifying Steering Gear Bolts
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