How to Replace Steering Box 94-02 Dodge RAM 1500

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In this video, 1A Auto shows you how to remove and replace the steering box in a 1996 Dodge RAM 1500. This video is applicable to 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 00, 01, 02 Dodge RAM 1500 trucks.
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
1994 Dodge Ram 1500 Truck
1995 Dodge Ram 1500 Truck
1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Truck
1997 Dodge Ram 1500 Truck
1998 Dodge Ram 1500 Truck
1999 Dodge Ram 1500 Truck
2000 Dodge Ram 1500 Truck
2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Truck
🔧 List of tools used:
• Pry Bar 1aau.to/oib/1AXAA00020
• 16mm Wrench
• 21mm Socket 1aau.to/ood/1AXAA00043
• 34mm Socket 1aau.to/oo/1AAST00004
• Pitman Arm Puller
• Pliers
• Ratchet 1aau.to/oGs/1AXAA00016
• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/oDF/1AXAA00015
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/os6/1AXAA00044
• Bungee Cord
• Fluid Transfer Pump 1aau.to/of/1AXAA00152
• Drain Pan 1aau.to/od9/1AXAA00320
• Hammer 1aau.to/oiA/1AXAA00091
• Pick 1aau.to/ogw/1AXAA00037
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@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@saleen3933 2 жыл бұрын

You don't even sell it for a 2000 ram 1500

@jon8088 10 ай бұрын

I love this guy he explains everything in super detail and makes sense and actually shows you doesn't skip through anything

@1AAuto 10 ай бұрын

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@polarbear1034 4 жыл бұрын

I went to your website and you guys don’t have the steering box for this truck?

@michaelwoods3850 2 жыл бұрын

Him trying to remove the pitman arm without a puller🤣🤣🤣

@phendrix9476 Жыл бұрын

I used an 18mm Crows foot on the PS fittings too. This is a great video and I wish I’d known to let the box pivot off one bolt to access the PS lines. Great shortcut. Here’s a little info that may help my fellow Dodge truck owners. Power steering o-rings MOPAR 5205254 (5/16 ID x 7/16 OD x 1/16“ thick) Thru frame (3) bolts are 10.9 class M14-2.0 by 110mm Dorman 460-895

@dimitri13 3 жыл бұрын

Scary as hell watching you try to loosen that rusty fitting with an open-end box wrench. After having worked on a number of old vehicles, I'd never go near a fitting without a line wrench.

@kainhall 2 жыл бұрын

About rounded off a brake line about 20 mins ago (with the correct line wrench) . Vice grips worked great

@RamonLFrancisco 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks for the detailed instructions, tips and clear video. Nice!

@scottshaw4880 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Great camera work and commentary. Thank you!

@leewilkinson8328 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! GREAT camera work and detailed explanations! Thanks so much!

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@smokeythehuman3596 Жыл бұрын

Planning on doing steering gearbox soon but makes me happy I did pitman arm awhile back, was the original one im sure and i tried pitman arm pullers just like the one he's using and one I used an impact and spun it so fast I welded the threads on the rod to the body of the puller and then used a rachet on a different puller and bent the puller and pitman arm wouldn't move still, ended up taking a grinder to the side of the arm carefully till I was almost touching the gearbox with the grinder blade then stuck a chisel in there and whacked the chisel pretty good and it split the metal to where it came right off no problem

@popprider4224 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! The only comment I would add is I found after you have added power steering fluid, I raise the front end until the front tires are an inch off the ground and gently work the steering wheel back and forth, with the power steering pump cap off to work out any air that might be trapped in the lines. Otherwise Len you did a great job on this video like your many other videos. Thank you!

@ronnieo6867 Жыл бұрын

Great job sir, and kudos to the camera work. Awesome awesome. 👏👏

@AniskoMusic 2 жыл бұрын

Public tip for anyone coming back to this video, if you're having trouble disconnecting the pitman arm from the gearbox, remove the drag link from the pitman arm first. In my case, the added weight was too much for my puller and ended up stripping out the puller (twice). So before giving up, destroying it, and just buying a new one, try this first.

@abumzbum1869 Жыл бұрын

How would you be able to diagnose if it were the steering box or the shaft needing replacement? I don't want to bring it in and would like to diagnose myself, if possible. Thank you.

@shmack-dab-in-da-middle3960 2 жыл бұрын

Turn the wheels to the left and to the right preferably with the wheels off the ground to get all the fluid going and get all the air out

@briannamccoy8751 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering is this the same exact way to change the steering gear box for the 2500 5.9 magnum 97?

@mattm4991 2 жыл бұрын

Are you supposed to center the pitman arm shaft of the steering box? I saw a guy spin the shaft before installing the new one all the way one way and the other way as well counting the turns then splitting that number in half and leaving the shaft there before putting the pitman arm back on?? Thanks

@rcassidywork Жыл бұрын

Do you have to adjust the steering box if it’s a new one

@jamiebush2615 3 жыл бұрын

Is it normal for a new gear box to have play where the sterring shaft is connected?

@kerrymartin5514 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I'm ready

@butterbean4195 3 жыл бұрын

great video but does anybody know what size the pitman arm nut is ive heard 1 5/16 32mm 33 this guy saying 34mm i`m korn fuzed!!

@Smittyschannel 3 жыл бұрын

1 5/16 works- I couldn't find any metric sockets except a 32mm which is too small, & a 35 which is too big. 33mm should be just right if you can find one, but 1 5/16 works fine

@timj1196 3 жыл бұрын

I don't know your name but your awesome, great video! I am subscribing.🎃

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@russellguthrie9619 Ай бұрын

So, you said after filling reservoir to the cold level, start up the engine and let it purge/burp out the air.....do you turn the wheel lock to lock several times like all the other videos say to do? or just let the engine run....do you do it with the cap on or off?

@arjaybobadilla88 3 жыл бұрын

can you make a video replacing the front axle seal. My diff fluid leaked after i replaced my front right front wheel hub. I accidentally pulled out the axle but i guess i installed it back wrong and drove my truck. Prolly messed up the seal.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Arjay Bobadilla We're always cycling through common cars. We'll add this repair to our list! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@backtheblue7716 3 жыл бұрын

Another steering box replacement video with "before" steering wheel play and no "after" for comparison.

@jagvette1 4 жыл бұрын

very helpful video as I have to do this tomorrow, and I know it's easy to criticize others but one item you didn't mention and please if Ian wrong tell me so, when removing the shaft you are hitting the steering column but never mentioned disconnecting the battery so that the air bag does not deploy, or am I wrong ?

@The_Baker_Social Жыл бұрын

The airbags receive a signal from the computer, which communicates with the impact sensors that are generally behind bumpers and body panels. A direct blow to the steering wheel area shouldn't cause deployment. It's never a bad idea to disconnect the battery prior to working on the vehicle however. Never know when you might accidentally ground out the terminals at the starter with tools or parts as you're maneuvering around under there 😬

@anthonytitian8386 4 жыл бұрын

How much would the steering box cost ?$

@jasons5842 3 ай бұрын

Sure would have been nice to know what size wrench you used for the power steering lines

@rayfalcon777 8 ай бұрын

I installed my steering box and new lines and even a new power steering pump but when i steer to the left its super easy to the right is nearly impossible to steer its bled and completely free from air on my 1998 dodge ram 1500 Laramie slt st 5.2 4x4 any ideas what could be happening?

@1AAuto 8 ай бұрын

+charles johnson We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@shoveljunk-americanpatriot7603 3 жыл бұрын

34 mm socket is hard to find. Found the loaner at Auto Zone. 👍. Pitman puller also at Auto zone.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+shoveljunk- American Mexican Yankee. Thanks for the feedback!

@relaxation2380 3 ай бұрын

Ok short answer my mechanic is going to have to do this one 😂

@shmack-dab-in-da-middle3960 2 жыл бұрын

I want to tested for leaks before putting the pitman arm and everything back together I did that with a stock gearbox replacement at leaked like a sieve it was a defective box had to go get another one won't do that again next time I'll get a redhead box stock oned arr junk for the dodges

@nicksivert5431 8 ай бұрын

Hey 1A Auto, my steer box on my 2001 Ram 2500 (V8) is leaking very slowly/ minimally; I still have power steering. Do you have a video that replaces the seals and other minor components without replacing the entire system completely?

@1AAuto 8 ай бұрын

+Nick Sivert We do not have a video for this repair right now, but we'll keep this request in mind for a future video! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@reneecarter1644 Жыл бұрын

Mine is having the opposite problem it’s hard to turn. Not sure where to start

@harrisondanner2650 2 жыл бұрын

Would the steering box also be a cause of power steering fluid being sprayed all under the front of my truck? I have fluid all over the place on my tie rods, stabilizer bar, and all my front suspension. I’m at a loss right now but I know it’s not my pressure line tho.

@harrisondanner2650 2 жыл бұрын

If someone could help I would 100% greatly appreciate it.

@taylorvw9577 Жыл бұрын

Try and clean off the areas covered in PS fluid with brake clean and then inspect for a leak. Due to gravity fluid is going to leak to its lowest point, this may mislead your diagnosis. Yes, the steering box could be the cause. However you could have a leak anywhere thruout the PS system causing the drip down off the steering box. Good luck with your truck!

@The_Baker_Social Жыл бұрын

When my pressure line from the pump had a pin hole, it wouldn't leak or spray until the steering wheel was turned to full lock in either direction. Have someone turn the wheel to full lock while you inspect. I see your comment is 7 months old, but hey. Never know when someone with the same issue will see this!

@TheeVincentValencia Жыл бұрын

It's the seal that goes between the pitman arm and box.

@johnmcmurray540 2 жыл бұрын

“You do you boo boo” 😂🤣

@terryrosendahl3173 3 жыл бұрын

I have a question for you: could the steering coupler be bad and not the power steering box? Because on my 96 Dodge Ram I'm having the same issues as you are.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Terry Rosendahl Thanks for watching! A bad coupler could result in sloppy steering and clunking, so that is something to check as well!

@terryrosendahl3173 3 жыл бұрын

@@1AAuto yeah I got it checked out and found out that the boot on the steering shaft wore out. So I have a temporary fix until the new one comes in, which should be Monday or Tuesday.

@kenmartin3011 Жыл бұрын

I just put my rack in and when the steering wheel is straight the tie rod threads are extremely uneven. One side has over an inch of threads showing and the other has no threads showing. If I loosen the steering coupler at the rack, it only goes on one way. It’s like my steering is half a turn off. When I turn the steering wheel, it turns farther one way than the other. How can I correct this? 2003 dodge ram 1500 4wd

@jamiebush2615 3 жыл бұрын

I replaced the entire sterring system including ball joints on my 4x4. The only part I didn't replace is the sterring shaft. I'm experiencing sterring wheel play. I noticed play at the sterring box where the sterring shaft is connected. I want the play gone! Should I replace the shaft??

@OmarGarcia-MadeInMexico 3 жыл бұрын

Did you end up replacing the steering shaft, mine is doing the exact same thing

@BryanPAllen 9 ай бұрын

Did you guys discontinue this steering box?

@littlehuey5679 3 жыл бұрын

To get the shaft off we use one of our pickle forks - gently!

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Little Huey Thanks for the feedback!

@brianhind6149 3 жыл бұрын

They make Pitman arm pullers for a reason! Shock loading bearings & bushings .....???

@hunterstaton2509 3 жыл бұрын

Does this work on the 2500 model aswell?

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Hunter Staton We don't have a how-to video for your vehicle right now, but the basic steps in this video should be enough to do this task. Buy this part for your vehicle on 1AAuto.com: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@TurbroLife 2 жыл бұрын

ah hell nah bruh, he made putting the steering shaft connector on way too easy. That was the hardest thing for me

@williamminiard4835 3 жыл бұрын

Steering box part number?

@HighSierraBob 3 жыл бұрын

How much does the steering box weigh approximately?

@1990Co 2 жыл бұрын

275 lbs

@flyingVenomusRabbit Жыл бұрын

Its hefty if it lands on your head you're either going to the hospital and/or cemetery and It seems to weighs Alot more if you've been fighting to get stuff apart .with a hammer and hand wrenches laying on the ground

@mrhumboldthippy 4 жыл бұрын

Could you please mention exactly how long that process takes so I can figure out what this cost

@johncarlos7810 2 жыл бұрын

I here 200 for labor plus parts

@johngaddis697 4 жыл бұрын

HA! VEERICLE.

@Rockers1121 Жыл бұрын

It didn't show reatching the steering column to the new box

@flyingVenomusRabbit Жыл бұрын

When you said the only way to mess this up is to be a 1/4 turn off . But who is going to do that.....🙋‍♂️ this guy did . Chevy expresd van . Pitman arm and idler arm replacement .. nut is designed to rest on top of the frame so it was straight when I put it on but not when i re attached the steering box ... Plus my steering wheel was off center. Doh

@GearsAndGuns 2 жыл бұрын

The guy who put my pitman arm did just that lol

@1AAuto 2 жыл бұрын

+Gears And Guns Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@GearsAndGuns 2 жыл бұрын

@@1AAuto I'm always working on old rusty stuff here in PA and I always turn to the youtube for tips and tricks on projects! I watched you guys before, definitely do a good job explaining stuff. I had something weird going on with the second gen, lost steering on bumps and at speed ( witch was terrifying) but who ever did the lift, for whatever reason cut the crossmember off that holds the track bar for the axle for side to side movement, put a spacer in it and welded it to the frame, probably for the lift. Anyway it broke , O and they had the pitman arm a quarter turn off lol

@jerrycannon7551 Жыл бұрын

What if you don't have a armpuller

@colindamcfarland4296 2 жыл бұрын

Blaze monster truck

@chefjerefulldangle4409 3 жыл бұрын

making fun of people who have a hard time saying vehicle? not cool, man. just kidding thanks for the detailed instruction.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@tilmonhensley443 3 жыл бұрын

All that rust, thank God for the south weather, 4 a shade tree mechanic.

@tylermcrae5731 3 жыл бұрын

Thats not even that bad you would be surprised

@johncarlos7810 2 жыл бұрын

Puts copper never seize and then says so it's easier to come off down the road. Let's hope it's stays on. Yikes!

@wayner. 9 ай бұрын

It’s petty, I know, but what is a “veerhicle”? 😂

@rangerrick8220 2 жыл бұрын

Pitman arm being abit of a `son-of-a-hoo hoo'...

@Bullrider33Outdoors 8 ай бұрын

I Just Paid 50 Dollars Deductible On My Warranty Claim Original Price 3260.00 At My Dodge Dealership For Just Replacing My 2017 Dodge Ram 1500 Steering Rack