Valve and Pinion Disassembly and Assembly: Disassembly

Remove the rack and pinion steering assembly from the vehicle. Refer to "RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION :".
Remove the dust cover from the lower end of the housing.

Fig 1: Removing Dust Cover From Lower End Of Housing
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CAUTION: If the stub shaft is not held, damage to the pinion teeth will occur.
While holding the stub shaft, remove the locknut from the pinion.

Fig 2: Removing Locknut From Pinion
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With the gear centered, mark the location of the stub shaft notch on the housing to aid in properly installing the pinion and valve assembly.

Fig 3: Locating Stub Shaft Notch On Housing
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Remove the upper housing retaining ring and, using an arbor press, press on the threaded end of the pinion until it is possible to remove the valve and pinion assembly from the housing.

Fig 4: Removing Upper Housing Retaining Ring
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Remove the stub shaft dust seal, the stub shaft bearing annulus assembly and the valve and pinion assembly from the housing.

Fig 5: Removing Stub Shaft Dust Seal
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Inspect the valve body rings for wear or damage. Replace the valve body rings as needed. Coat the rings with power steering fluid before installation.
Remove the lower pinion valve seal and bushing. Discard the seal.

Fig 6: Removing Lower Pinion Valve Seal And Bushing
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