Cadillac Fleetwood Steering Rack/Gearbox Replacement at your home or office.

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Steering Rack/Gearbox Replacement Service

How much does a Steering Rack/Gearbox Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Cadillac Fleetwood Steering Rack/Gearbox Replacement is $348 with $138 for parts and $210 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1990 Cadillac FleetwoodV8-4.5LService typeSteering Rack/Gearbox ReplacementEstimate$1564.68Shop/Dealer Price$1845.52 - $2639.85
1996 Cadillac FleetwoodV8-5.7LService typeSteering Rack/Gearbox ReplacementEstimate$560.51Shop/Dealer Price$650.70 - $910.45
1991 Cadillac FleetwoodV8-4.9LService typeSteering Rack/Gearbox ReplacementEstimate$1534.05Shop/Dealer Price$1804.53 - $2591.08
1995 Cadillac FleetwoodV8-5.7LService typeSteering Rack/Gearbox ReplacementEstimate$560.51Shop/Dealer Price$650.76 - $910.56
1993 Cadillac FleetwoodV8-5.7LService typeSteering Rack/Gearbox ReplacementEstimate$650.41Shop/Dealer Price$767.00 - $1097.13
1992 Cadillac FleetwoodV8-4.9LService typeSteering Rack/Gearbox ReplacementEstimate$1592.44Shop/Dealer Price$1865.15 - $2653.38
1994 Cadillac FleetwoodV8-5.7LService typeSteering Rack/Gearbox ReplacementEstimate$650.41Shop/Dealer Price$763.18 - $1090.43
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What is the Steering Rack/Gearbox all about?

A rack and pinion system uses several large components. This includes your main-shaft, universal joints, and an underlying intermediate shaft which immediately responds to all your steering wheel movements.

This rack and pinion system is designed to make your car’s steering easier to turn with the added help of a power assisted pump or motor. The typical car sold these days now weighs over 3000 pounds and larger vehicles like trucks and SUVs often weigh over 5000 pounds. The steering rack along with this power assist system are what allow you to easily move all that heavy mass between the steering wheel and your tires without so much as breaking a sweat.

Keep in mind:

The steering rack requires heavy and sometimes sophisticated equipment to operate properly. Many of the big and heavy parts that are underneath your vehicle, such as the shafts and universal joints, can gradually wear out over the course of time.

If you feel your steering is tight, chances are your rack is perfectly fine. It’s when your steering feels sloppy, or when you start seeing power steering fluid underneath your vehicle, that an inspection should be done. Also, keep in mind that damage to major suspension parts, such as your CV axles, ball joints, and tie rod ends, can make your steering feel loose and uneven.

This is why it’s a good idea to have your entire steering and suspension system inspected whenever you suspect that there is an issue with your steering.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle is raised and supported on jack stands
  • The tires are removed and tie rods and steering gear disconnected
  • The steering rack and gear box is replaced
  • The system is filled with new fluid, tires reinstalled
  • The vehicle is lowered off of the jack stands

Our recommendation:

If your steering starts to feel clunky or uneven, get it inspected at the earliest possible opportunity. Even a minor issue, such as a cracked seal in between major components, can leak power steering fluid onto your steering rack. This can lead lead to the deterioration or even the complete failure of your steering rack. It’s worth your time to contact one of our top-rated mechanics so that the quickest and most reasonable solution can be pursued for your steering system.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Steering Rack/Gearbox?

  • Sloppy or uneven steering that takes varying levels of effort.
  • Power steering fluid leaks that are usually at the rear of the engine bay or underneath your car.
  • A hard ‘clunk’ noise when you go over large bumps coupled with a feel of being disconnected to the steering wheel.

How important is this service?

Steering is one of those aspects of driving that you never want to shortchange. Often times, a small issue can be due to little more than a leaking power steering hose or a malfunctioning power steering pump. These both tend to be far less expensive repairs than a steering rack.

However, if your steering rack is in need of replacement the consequences of ignoring it can be dire. The worst accidents tend to happen due to the loss of control on a vehicle and your steering rack is the one component that enables your steering to remain precise. If your steering is giving you trouble, it’s important to address it promptly.

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Tien

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Tien
24 years of experience
Cadillac Fleetwood V8-4.1L - Car is not starting - Oakland, California
Tien arrived on time and quickly got to work diagnosing the problem of my no start. He checked the electrical system (battery, spark plugs, fuses, etc.) as well as the fuel components (fuel injection, etc.) and found that the fuel pump was not working for some reason. He recommended that I get the fuel pump replaced and this should start up the car. His diagnosis was right on the money as I had the fuel pump replaced by him in a later appt. a few weeks later. Would highly recommend Tien for any job!

Tien

24 years of experience
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Tien
24 years of experience
Cadillac Fleetwood V8-4.1L - Fuel Pump - Oakland, California
I made an appt. for Tien to come by and replace the fuel pump for my no start diagnosed by him through the inspection I had a few weeks earlier. Tien got to work on the car immediately on arrival. As in many if not all jobs, it turned out to be a more complicated than expected. In the process of changing the fuel pump, he discovered that the new fuel pump was slightly different than the one being replaced and the wiring would need to be adjusted somehow to be able to use the new one. It was amazing to see as he used his knowlege and experience to make the necessary adjustments to make the part work! He could have taken the "shortcut way" which a lot of mechanics would have done. When he removed the old fuel pump, it seems that only the fuel hose part was damaged beyond repair, but the rest of the unit was intact and probably still working. He could have maybe just changed the hose part and left the rest of the old unit as is, but decided to replace the whole unit if he could, pending the wiring adjustment mentioned above. Thanks Tien for a great job highly recommend you to everyone!

Cornelius

19 years of experience
101 reviews
Cornelius
19 years of experience
Cadillac Fleetwood V8-5.7L - Alternator - Lithonia, Georgia
Cornelius did a very thorough and complete job. He was courteous and professional as well.

Theodore

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Theodore
17 years of experience
Cadillac Fleetwood V8-5.7L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Seattle, Washington
Theo was thorough and professional throughout the inspection. He saved me from making a potentially costly purchase.

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