Hummer H3. Manual — part 1590

Fig. 29: View Of Tie Rod End Clamp At Rack & Pinion Boot
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6. Install the new outer steering gear boot clamp (2) onto the steering gear boot (1).

2007 Hummer H3

2007 STEERING Power Steering - H3

Fig. 30: View Of Inner Tie Rod & Hex Jam Nut
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7. Install the rack and pinion inner tie rod nut (2) to the rack and pinion inner tie rod (1).

8. Install the rack and pinion outer tie rod end. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod

End Replacement.

9. Tighten the rack and pinion inner tie rod nut tight against the rack and pinion outer tie rod

end.

IMPORTANT: Place the rack and pinion inner tie rod nut at the location

mark made before removing.

2007 Hummer H3

2007 STEERING Power Steering - H3

10. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment .

POWER STEERING GEAR INLET AND OUTLET HOSE REPLACEMENT

Tools Required

J 44586 Power Steering Gear Oil Seal Remover/Installer. See Special Tools.

Removal Procedure

1. Remove as much power steering fluid from the power steering fluid reservoir as possible.

2. Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.

NOTE:

Refer to POWER STEERING HOSE DISCONNECTED NOTICE .

2007 Hummer H3

2007 STEERING Power Steering - H3

Fig. 31: View Of Power Steering Pressure Hoses
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3. Disconnect the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose from the power steering pump and

power steering fluid reservoir assembly.

2007 Hummer H3

2007 STEERING Power Steering - H3