J.C. Whitney GJ28950001 OEM Replacement Power Steering Rack and Pinion Assembly

The J.C. Whitney GJ28950001 is an OEM replacement power steering rack and pinion assembly engineered to restore precise steering control and reliable performance. This complete rack and pinion unit is a direct-fit replacement designed for the Jeep Liberty (KJ) with hydraulic power steering.

The rack and pinion steering system works by converting the rotational movement of the steering wheel into lateral motion, pushing and pulling the inner tie rods to change the direction of the front wheels. When the original rack wears out or develops a fluid leak, the entire assembly must be replaced as a unit, as the gear cannot be internally serviced.

Key Features:

• Direct OEM replacement for hydraulic power steering systems
• Includes inner tie rods for a complete installation
• Engineered to meet or exceed original equipment specifications for fit, function, and reliability
• Restores proper steering response, eliminating wheel vibration, shaking, or looseness
• Compatible with both 2WD and 4WD configurations

Specifications:

• Rack Length: 49.09 in
• Input Shaft Diameter: 0.73 in
• Input Shaft Length: 2.36 in
• Pressure Port Thread Size: M18 x 1.5
• Return Port Thread Size: M16 x 1.5
• Total Turns Lock to Lock: 3.39

OEM / Cross-Reference Part Numbers: 52128517AB, 52128517AD, 52128517AE, 97-362, 22-362

Installation Torque Specs:

• Gear to Frame Bolts: 120 ft-lbs
• Intermediate Shaft Bolt: 36 ft-lbs
• Tie Rod End Knuckle Nut: 80 ft-lbs
• Tie Rod End Jam Nut: 55 ft-lbs
• Power Steering Pressure/Return Lines: 25 ft-lbs

Note: After replacing any steering component, a front-end alignment must be performed to ensure the vehicle meets all alignment specifications. It is also recommended to flush the power steering system and use OE-specified fluid when installing this unit.