Fixing your car's steering rack bushings can be a straight-forward process if you've got the right information to work from. Follow these tips from CarParts.com to get your repairs done quickly and save money by making your own parts!

If your car's steering feels loose or unresponsive, it could be due to worn out steering rack bushings. These bushings connect the steering rack to the frame of your car, and over time they can wear down and become damaged. Fortunately, fixing your car's steering rack bushings is a relatively easy repair that you can do at home with just a few tools.

To fix your car's rack-and-pinion bushing, you'll need:

  • A socket wrench

  • A ratchet

  • An extension cord

  • A torque wrench

  • A hammer

  • A chisel

  • A utility knife

  • Replacement bushing (available at most auto parts stores)

Begin by disconnecting the negative battery cable from your car's battery. This will help prevent any electrical shorts during the repair. 

Next, use a socket wrench to remove the bolts that connect the steering rack to the frame of your car. With the bolts removed, you should be able to pull the steering rack out of the frame.

Finally, reverse the process to reinstall the steering rack. Be sure to torque the bolts to the proper specifications using a torque wrench. Once everything is tightened down, reconnect the negative battery cable and test drive the car to make sure the repair was successful.