BBB Industries N103-0170 Rack and Pinion Assembly

Hydraulic Rack and Pinion for GM Steering Systems

BBB Industries New Rack and Pinion N103-0170 is a new hydraulic rack and pinion assembly for vehicles with power steering. It is built for direct replacement use on select Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Buick LaCrosse, Buick Allure, Pontiac Grand Prix, Buick Century, and Buick Regal applications with the listed steering configurations.

The BBB Industries New Rack and Pinion line focuses on replacement steering components for hydraulic systems, giving buyers a new assembly rather than a remanufactured unit. Part number N103-0170 is specified with inner tie rods, bushings, and an installation kit included, along with O-ring pressure and return port connections for hydraulic steering service.

• Brand: BBB Industries New Rack and Pinion
• Part number: N103-0170
• Hydraulic steering rack and pinion assembly
• New unit, not remanufactured
• Inner tie rods included; outer tie rods not included
• Bushings included
• Installation kit included
• Pressure port: M18x1.50 O-ring
• Return port: M16x1.50 O-ring
• Rack length: 49.6 in. (1260 mm)
• Turns lock to lock: 2.41
• Input shaft diameter: 0.66 in. (16.8 mm)

This rack and pinion assembly measures 12.2 in. between front mounting holes and uses a 2-hole mounting layout. The inner tie rods measure 13.3 in. with M14x1.50 threads, and the hydraulic design is matched to vehicles that use power steering. If you are replacing a worn steering gear on a Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, or Pontiac Grand Prix, N103-0170 provides the core hydraulic steering hardware needed for a direct repair.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2008-2011 Chevrolet Impala, power steering; w/o Sport Suspension (FE3).
• Fits 2006-2007 Chevrolet Impala, power steering.
• Fits 2004-2005 Chevrolet Impala, power steering; w/o Ride & Handling Suspension (FE4).
• Fits 2000-2003 Chevrolet Impala, power steering.
• Fits 2000-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, power steering.
• Fits 2005-2009 Buick Allure, power steering.
• Fits 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, power steering.
• Fits 2003-2005 Buick Century, power steering.
• Fits 2003-2004 Buick Regal, power steering; w/ Sport Suspension.
• Fits 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix, power steering; w/ Non-Variable Effort Steering (N40).

Common Steering Problems This Part Addresses

• Steering play or looseness from a worn rack and pinion assembly
• Hydraulic fluid leaks at the pressure or return ports
• Rough, inconsistent steering effort during turns
• Excessive internal wear in the steering gear
• Noisy steering operation caused by deteriorated rack components

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm hydraulic steering, mounting-hole spacing, input shaft dimensions, and port thread sizes before installation. This part uses O-ring pressure and return connections, so the hydraulic lines must match the specified M18x1.50 pressure port and M16x1.50 return port. After installation, bleed the power steering system and verify steering wheel center, fluid level, and leak-free operation.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries supplies this as a new rack and pinion assembly in the New Rack and Pinion product line. Part number N103-0170 is built for the listed hydraulic steering applications and includes the core replacement components specified for the assembly. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.