Flaming River Nova Front Steer Power Rack and Pinion Cradle Kits 1962-67 - Manual (Page 5)

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Original Steering System Removal
1) Remove the pitman nut and remove the pitman arm from the steering box.
2) Remove the nuts that retain the outer tie rod ends and remove the tie rods from the spindle arm.
3) If you have the power assist system you must also disconnect the slave cylinder from the chassis and remove the
mounting bracket.
4) Remove the bolts that retain the idler arm and remove the steering linkage from the car.(D)
5) Remove the two lower steering gear (C) mounting bolts and only loosen the third.
6) Disconnect all wiring connectors from column. (See page 5 for further information).
7) Remove the screws that hold the floor seal in place.
8) Using a steering wheel puller remove the steering wheel. (A)
9) Remove the two nuts that retain column mounting bracket under the dash. (B-1)
10) Move the front driver’s seat to the rear most position and lower the column as far as possible.
11) While sitting in the seat, pull the column housing (B) towards you until it is completely off the long pinion shaft.
12) Remove the final steering gear mounting bolt and remove the steering box. (C)
13) Remove front cross member by removing the 4 bolts on the driver’s side and the 4 bolts on the passenger side.