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Chevrolet Trax: Steering gear replacement (NJ1)

Chevrolet Trax (2013-2022) Workshop Manual / Suspension & Steering / Power Steering / Repair instructions / Steering gear replacement (NJ1)

Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (NJ1) .
  2. Remove the intermediate steering shaft upper seal. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Upper Seal Replacement .
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  4. Disconnect the steering linkage outer tie rods from the steering knuckles. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
  5. Disconnect the stabilizer shaft links from the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
  6. Disconnect the exhaust isolators from the drivetrain and front suspension frame. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LUV) , Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement .
  7. Remove the rear transmission mount bracket through bolt. Refer to Transmission Mount Bracket Replacement - Rear (AWD) , Transmission Mount Bracket Replacement - Rear (FWD) .
  8. Position adjustable jack stands underneath the left and right sides of the rear of the drivetrain and front suspension frame.
  9. Loosen, but do not remove, the drivetrain and front suspension frame front bolts. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement (Long Cradle) , Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement (Short Cradle) .
  10. Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame upper and rear bolts. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement (Long Cradle) , Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement (Short Cradle) .
  11. Partially lower the rear of the drivetrain and front suspension frame to gain clearance for the steering gear.
  12. Remove the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .

Fig. 57: Steering Gear Bolts
Fig. 57: Steering Gear Bolts

  1. Remove the steering gear nuts (1), washers (2) and steering gear bolts (3). DISCARD the bolts.
  2. Remove the steering gear (4) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

Fig. 58: Steering Gear Bolts
Fig. 58: Steering Gear Bolts

  1. Position the steering gear (4) on the vehicle.
  2. Install the NEW steering gear bolts (3), washers (2) and nuts (1).

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

CAUTION: This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners.

Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

  1. Tighten the NEW steering gear bolts (3) to 100 N.m (74 lb ft) + (90-105 degrees).
  2. Install the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
  3. Install all drivetrain and front suspension frame bolts. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement (Long Cradle) , Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement (Short Cradle) .
  4. Install the rear transmission mount bracket through bolt. Refer to Transmission Mount Bracket Replacement - Rear (AWD) , Transmission Mount Bracket Replacement - Rear (FWD) .
  5. Connect the exhaust isolators to the drivetrain and front suspension frame. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LUV) , Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement .
  6. Connect the stabilizer shaft links to the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
  7. Connect the steering linkage outer tie rods to the steering knuckles. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
  8. Install the intermediate steering shaft upper seal. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Upper Seal Replacement .
  9. Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (NJ1) .

STEERING LINKAGE INNER TIE ROD REPLACEMENT (N40)

Fig. 59: Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod
Fig. 59: Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod

Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement (N40)

Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement (N40)

Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement (N40)

STEERING LINKAGE INNER TIE ROD REPLACEMENT (NJ1)

Fig. 60: Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod
Fig. 60: Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod

Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement (NJ1)

Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement (NJ1)

Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement (NJ1)

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