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2007 Cadillac XLR Steering Gearbox
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2007 Cadillac XLR
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Product Specifications- Other Names: Gear Assembly, Steering Gear
- Item Dimensions: 6.1 x 55.6 x 11.2 inches
- Item Weight: 29.20 Pounds
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Replaces: 19168107
- Part Description: 2007 Cadillac XLR Gear Kit, Steering (Remanufacture)
Vehicle Fitment- 2007 Cadillac XLR | Base, Platinum, V | 8 Cyl 4.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
- Product Specifications
- Notes: Xlr
- Other Names: Gear Assembly, Steering Gear
- Item Dimensions: 51.2 x 6.4 x 10.8 inches
- Item Weight: 24.10 Pounds
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Replaces: 88964583, 88952522
- Part Description: 2007 Cadillac XLR Gear Kit, Steering (Remanufacture)
Vehicle Fitment- 2007 Cadillac XLR | Base, V | 8 Cyl 4.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
FAQ for Steering Gearbox Repair
Q: What is the recommended torque when placing a torque wrench and J 34028 on the flats of the inner tie rod housing?
A:
You can tighten the inner tie rod to 100 N.m (74 lb-ft).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: When should you hold the adjuster plug stationary?
A:
You should hold the adjuster plug stationary while tightening the adjuster plug lock nut to 68 N.m (50 lb-ft).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: What is the disassembly procedure for the steering gear boot (off-vehicle)?
A:
The procedure is to remove the outer tie rod, remove the hex jam nut, remove the tie rod end clamp, remove the boot clamp and remove the rack and pinion boot.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: Should you change the steering gear preload adjustment before moving the inner tie rod from the steering gear?
A:
No, because changing the steering gear preload adjustment before moving the inner tie rod could result in damage to the pinion and the steering gear.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: What is important prior to LOCTITE(R) application?
A:
It is important to keep threads clean.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022