Dodge Ram Rack And Pinion Seal Replacement

Replace the seals on the pinion using the corresponding seals from the rack and seal kit.

Dodge ram rack and pinion seal replacement.

It develops output pressures of 1 000 psi or more. The pump output is directed to the steering gear often a rack and pinion type unit where the hydraulic pressure pushes on the steering rack greatly reducing the effort it would otherwise take to turn the. Bought the seal kit to rebuild it but didnt want to get that far into it so decided to just do the one outer seal th. Step 3 pry the thin open circle snap ring off the passenger side end of the rack.

The average cost for a dodge ram 2500 rack and pinion replacement is between 1 227 and 1 280. We have the best products at the right price. Signs that your dodge ram may have a failing rack and pinion unit include a steering wheel that seems very tight or very loose. Over time the pinion seal which keeps the gear oil in the differential from leaking past the pinion yoke will become brittle and lose its sealing ability.

Labor costs are estimated between 197 and 250 while parts are priced at 1030. Over time the gears in the steering rack can wear out or the unit can develop leaks when the seals fail. Ram 1500 power steering pump replacement costs between 374 and 476 on average. Use pliers if necessary to fit each seal securely to the shaft of the pinion.

Replacing the pinion seal will prevent loss of gear oil and damage to the differential. Equip cars trucks suvs with 2004 dodge ram 1500 rack pinion from autozone.