How to remove and install the Rack and Pinion power steering gear on the Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

First, bring your car to a stop with front wheels straight ahead. Then use jackstands to keep the car safely off the ground. Securing the air suspension switch to OFF stops Automatic Ride Control from harming the system. Disconnect the ground battery cable and place the steering wheel straight ahead while leaving the column unlocked. Before starting, remove the bolt holding the lower steering column shaft to the Rack And Pinion input shaft. Then take out the plastic air deflector panel beneath the radiator. Unscrew the bolt, mark, take off, and put away the driver-side connects of the stabilizer bar. Pull the connectors from the power steering hoses connected to the gear, then plug and seal every line and fitting to keep out dirt. For vehicles made before 2001, remove the power steering cooler from its location in the engine bay; for newer models, disconnect and empty it. Take off the tying rod ends from the wheel rotation part with a Pitman bar tool, and then remove the steering gear fixing bolts that hold it to the crossmember front section. Gently slide the steering gear towards the front of the car, rotate the attached steering rack gear to the right, pivot the left wheel ahead of the crossbar, and pull out the entire steering assembly. Look for wear or damage on all the insulators that hold the brackets and grommets in place. Put the steering gear mounting cushion pads into the housing. Place the steering gear into the front crossmember. Use bolts and nuts to secure it, tightening them at the recommended torque setting. After adding the power steering cooler, connect the hoses and bolt the tie rod ends onto the steering arms. Check that the steering wheel stays in its factory-aimed direction. Also feed the steering column's lower shaft over the steering gear's driving input. Unplug the vehicle, put on new front tires and wheels, then drive it down before putting all other parts back on the way they were taken off. Finally, have the vehicle's alignment checked.

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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Steering Gear Assembly
Part Number: 8A2Z-3504-B
$310.45 MSRP: $509.09
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- Other Name: Gear Assy - Steering
- Replaced by: 8A2Z-3504-ARM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Steering Gear Assembly
Part Number: 8A2Z-3504-A
$310.45 MSRP: $509.09
You Save: $198.64 (40%)
Ships in 1-3 Business Days
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gear Assy - Steering
- Replaced by: 8A2Z-3504-ARM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2008-2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Steering Gear Assembly
Part Number: 8A2Z-3504-ARM
$321.65 MSRP: $509.09
You Save: $187.44 (37%)
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gear Assy - Steering; Gear Assembly, Steering Gear
- Manufacturer Note: Remanufactured
- Replaces: 8A2Z-3504-A, 7A2Z-3504-B, 8A2Z-3504-B, STG-399
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Steering Gear Assembly
Part Number: 7A2Z-3504-B
$321.65 MSRP: $509.09
You Save: $187.44 (37%)
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gear Assy - Steering
- Replaced by: 8A2Z-3504-ARM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Part Number: 5L2Z-3504-DRM
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gear Assy - Steering; Gear Assembly
- Replaces: 4L2Z-3504-DA, 1L5Z-3504-HARM, 5L2Z-3504-DA, STG-73-RM, STG-208
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
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Part Number: 5L2Z-3504-DA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gear Assy - Steering
- Replaced by: 5L2Z-3504-DRM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Steering Gear Assembly
Part Number: 4L2Z-3504-DA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gear Assy - Steering
- Replaced by: 5L2Z-3504-DRM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Rack And Pinion Steering Gear
Part Number: 1L5Z-3504-HARM
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gear - Rack And Pinion Steering
- Replaced by: 5L2Z-3504-DRM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Rack And Pinion Steering Gear
Part Number: 1L5Z-3504-GB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gear - Rack And Pinion Steering
- Replaced by: 1L5Z-3504-GARM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Rack And Pinion Steering Gear
Part Number: 1L5Z-3504-GARM
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gear - Rack And Pinion Steering
- Replaces: 1L5Z-3504-GB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive

Ford Explorer Sport Trac Rack And Pinion

The Rack And Pinion is an important assembly where for Ford Explorer Sport Trac automobiles specifically brings about the conversion of rotations around the steering wheel to the sideways movement of the fore wheels. It is a mechanical type of system comprising of a pinion gear fastened on the steering column, and a rack gear ensconced in a metal casing that shifts the wheels when manipulated through the steering wheel. Some of the Ford Explorer Sport Trac models notably use power assisted kind of rack and pinion steering, the presence of hydraulic pressures make it easy to steer. Modern Explorer sport trac vehicles use hydraulic steering instead of manual racks and the problems that may arise include fluid leaking or worn gears and may require Rack And Pinion replacement. Other differences that may affect performance include the type of design of the gears and the difference between straight and helical gears, straight gears are most popular since they are more efficient and run cool than helical gears.

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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Rack And Pinion Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Rack And Pinion Steering Gear
1L5Z-3504-HARM
Q: How to remove and install the Rack and Pinion power steering gear on the Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
A:
First, bring your car to a stop with front wheels straight ahead. Then use jackstands to keep the car safely off the ground. Securing the air suspension switch to OFF stops Automatic Ride Control from harming the system. Disconnect the ground battery cable and place the steering wheel straight ahead while leaving the column unlocked. Before starting, remove the bolt holding the lower steering column shaft to the Rack And Pinion input shaft. Then take out the plastic air deflector panel beneath the radiator. Unscrew the bolt, mark, take off, and put away the driver-side connects of the stabilizer bar. Pull the connectors from the power steering hoses connected to the gear, then plug and seal every line and fitting to keep out dirt. For vehicles made before 2001, remove the power steering cooler from its location in the engine bay; for newer models, disconnect and empty it. Take off the tying rod ends from the wheel rotation part with a Pitman bar tool, and then remove the steering gear fixing bolts that hold it to the crossmember front section. Gently slide the steering gear towards the front of the car, rotate the attached steering rack gear to the right, pivot the left wheel ahead of the crossbar, and pull out the entire steering assembly. Look for wear or damage on all the insulators that hold the brackets and grommets in place. Put the steering gear mounting cushion pads into the housing. Place the steering gear into the front crossmember. Use bolts and nuts to secure it, tightening them at the recommended torque setting. After adding the power steering cooler, connect the hoses and bolt the Tie Rod Ends onto the steering arms. Check that the steering wheel stays in its factory-aimed direction. Also feed the steering column's lower shaft over the steering gear's driving input. Unplug the vehicle, put on new front tires and wheels, then drive it down before putting all other parts back on the way they were taken off. Finally, have the vehicle's alignment checked.