Symptoms
Power-steering fluid on the frame rail under the box, low reservoir, groaning on lock, or play in the steering.
The fix, step by step
- Classic & Sports Car lists steering box leaks as a standard W460 check.
- A likely culprit is the inexpensive sector-shaft seal at the bottom of the LS2 box.
- Disconnect the drag link, remove the pitman arm and replace the seal.
- Bad play or notchiness calls for the three-bearing set, which means removing and opening the box.
- While you're under there, check the steering damper and tie-rod ends.
Tools & part numbers
- Sector-shaft seal 016 997 13 47 (Corteco)
- steering box bearing set
- pitman-arm puller
- W460 steering damper 000 463 60 32 if worn
Where to buy the parts
Steering sector shaft seal 016 997 13 47Expedition Imports ↗Amazon ↗
Steering box bearing setExpedition Imports ↗Amazon ↗
Steering damper — W460 000 463 60 32Expedition Imports ↗Amazon ↗
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Rated for a competent home mechanic with a decent tool kit. Confirm torque figures, fluids and procedures against the factory service manual for your VIN, support the truck on stands rather than a jack, and work at your own risk (disclaimer). Some parts links are affiliate links, which pay us a small commission at no cost to you.