1999 Venture Rack and Pinion

[joeshannallie]

Does anyone have a clue or know how to remove and replace the top stem seals of the rack and pinion? I have the snap ring out but I have no clue what to do next. Please reply soon.

[Blue Bowtie]

I believe the rack may need to be removed to replace the stub shaft seal. The lower cover, lash adjusting nut, and upper clip need to be removed, then the stub shaft and rotary valve assembly needs to be pressed down only far enough to permit removal of the seal and bearing parts. Replacing the seal may be fruitless without replacing a worn bearing (sleeve) since the shaft will deflect and allow oil to leak right past a new seal.

[Blue Bowtie]

Here is the procedure from the manual:

http://www.wwdsltd.com/files/1999VentureRackRepair.pdf

[joeshannallie]

Thank you! May I ask where you pulled the instructions from? I have looked everywhere.

[Blue Bowtie]

I have a subscription service.

[Tech II]

If you really don't know what you are doing, stop.......

Just replace the rack.....you can be opening up a whole can of worms here.....

[joeshannallie]

Thanks for the advice. Thats what I am leaning to. Love the challenge but I am at the point to say the heck with the challenge and lets go the easy route.