The national average cost for a rack and pinion replacement in 2023 is $2246

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National average cost of a a Rack and Pinion Replacement
for popular vehicles:

Ford Explorer

Avg. cost
$2246

Car Model

Avg. cost

$50

What is a rack and pinion assembly and how does it work?

A “rack and pinion” is a type of steering gear, a device that transfers the rotational motion of your steering wheel to the lateral, side-to-side movement needed to turn your front wheels.
Sometimes referred to as the "steering rack", the rack and pinion assembly is made up of a long metal tube that is mounted between the front wheels. Inside the assembly is housed a long metal rod with teeth cut into one edge - the “rack”. The rack is moved to one side or the other by the “pinion” gear when you turn your steering wheel. Most rack and pinion assemblies also feature an internal hydraulic piston to lend power assist to the steering operation, making it easier to steer, especially when your vehicle is sitting still.
Attached to each end of the rack and pinion is another metal rod called a tie rod. The tie rod extends the rack outward to the components connected to the wheel.
While the rack and pinion type of steering gearbox is not the only gearbox used, it is the style most commonly found on late model vehicles.

COMMON SYMPTOMS

How do I know if my vehicle needs the rack & pinion assembly replaced?

Most rack and pinion assemblies serve two functions - to transfer the motion of your steering wheel to the wheels on the ground, and to add hydraulic assist to make the operation easier. When the steering rack fails, the problem could be with the gears inside or with the hydraulic system. Your rack and pinion could be bad if you notice any of the following:

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How is a a Rack and Pinion Replacement done?

The procedure to replace the rack and pinion assembly is fairly involved on most vehicles. The job often requires significant removal and disassembly of a number of other vehicle components, including the engine cradle (subframe) in some cases.
In general, steps to replace the rack and pinion assembly include:

Raise and support the vehicle in the air for access
Remove any guards, heat shields, or other components necessary
Detach the tie rod ends from the steering knuckles
Disconnect the power steering lines from the assembly
Detach and dislodge the steering shaft from the input shaft of the steering rack
Remove the mounting bolts that secure the assembly and extract the assembly from the vehicle
Unscrew the tie rod ends from the damaged steering rack and install on the new component
Insert and fasten the new steering rack and reconnect/replace all components that were removed. Note - If rack and pinion replacement requires that the engine subframe be lowered or removed, there are other engine and drivetrain components that must also be disconnected. Moreover, the engine and transmission/transaxle must be supported independently of the vehicle body to allow the subframe to be removed.

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