We have a 93 ford taurus that doesn't seem to have power steering. We just had the power steering lines and rack and pinion replaced, and we still can barely drive it. Not sure if the pump works, but it was working when it shot out the gasket for the first rack and pinion we had. ( We accidentally hooked up the power steering lines backwards). We are supposed to be going on vacation Thursday next week (4-02-09) and can't unless we get this problem solved. Please help!!!!
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could you have a binding tie rod end or ball joint? Yes there is adjustment on the rack and pinion at the tie rod ends.
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I agree with snowboard. Another name for the line wrench is "tubing wrench". It looks like a common boxed end wrench with six "points" or places of contact inside the boxed end but has a slot cut in it so it will slip over the metal tube part of the hose. Using this type of wrench you are less likely to "round off" the shoulders of the tubing nut. You won't be able to have the hose fixed. Well, you CAN, but it's much cheaper to buy a new one. I believe they're around $20.00 or so.
If the nut is recessed or some sort of wierd shape, try going to the dealership and talking to a mechanic. I've talked them into renting me a specialized tool. Some of the larger auto part supply stores also rent tools for a small fee. I think what you will need is the tubing wrench. Spend a few extra dollars and replace both hoses while you are getting greasy. That way you won't have to bother with it again for quite a while.
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will need jack stands and a tie rod pickle fork. jack car up and support it securely and remove front tires. unhook tie rods get a pan to catch power steering fluid and unhook the power steering lines.. recommend tubing wrenches for this .once lines are loose you will have to unhook the steering wheel shaft and then loosen the mounting bolts holding the steering rack to car.. recommend you have help as you lower it.
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You have to drop the rear subframe down to remove the rack and pinion
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