Atlantic Automotive Enterprises ER1106 Rack and Pinion Assembly

Overview

AAE ER1106 is a remanufactured electronic rack and pinion assembly built for application-specific fitment and OE-style steering performance. It is engineered for select Buick Regal, Buick LaCrosse, Chevrolet Impala, and Chevrolet Malibu applications with detailed configuration requirements.

This rack and pinion assembly is remanufactured, tested, and stamped after rebuild. It also requires programming with a SAE J2534 Pass-Thru device and OEM software subscription.

Key Features

• Application-specific rack and pinion assembly for exact-fit replacement use.
• Remanufactured and certified in the USA.
• All wear components are replaced to restore OE performance.
• Drive belts are replaced, harmonically balanced, and tensioned to OE specifications where applicable.
• 100% tested and stamped after the rebuild process.

Detailed Description

The AAE ER1106 remanufactured electronic rack and pinion assembly is built for drivers needing a direct steering gear replacement with OE-style function and finish. The rebuild process includes inspection, cleaning, shot-peening, replacement of wear components, internal fault clearing, repeated cycling, and vehicle simulation testing to verify operation before packaging in the USA. This part number, ER1106, is listed for select Buick Regal, Buick LaCrosse, Chevrolet Impala, and Chevrolet Malibu applications with wheel, suspension, and variable-assist restrictions noted in the fitment data. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 13376584, 22943370) for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Restoring steering response when the original rack and pinion assembly is worn.
• Replacing a unit with internal faults or inconsistent assist behavior.
• Addressing steering play, binding, or rough operation in the steering gear.
• Correcting fitment needs on vehicles with specific wheel, suspension, and assist configurations.

Installation Notes and Tips

Programming is required using a SAE J2534 Pass-Thru device and OEM software subscription. Verify the vehicle’s wheel size, suspension package, tire code, and variable-assist configuration before installation. Confirm the application details for ER1106 against the vehicle’s build data to ensure the correct steering rack is selected.

Quality Assurance

AAE remanufactured electric power steering racks are inspected, rebuilt, tested, and vehicle-simulation checked in the USA. The brand states that its selection and rebuild process is designed to restore OE performance and that its products have one of the lowest warranty rates in the industry. Warranty coverage is 24 months or 24,000 miles.