Cardone 1G-1810 Rack and Pinion Assembly

Electronic Power Steering Rack for Malibu, G6, Aura

Cardone 1G-1810 is a remanufactured rack and pinion assembly built for vehicles using electronic power steering with a manual rack configuration. It is engineered for direct OE-style fitment on select Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6, and Saturn Aura applications, including models with inner tie rods already installed.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment-style rack and pinion assembly for precise vehicle fit
• Includes inner tie rods
• All rubber sealing components are replaced during remanufacturing
• New spool valve seals and rack donut seals help reduce internal leakage where applicable
• Specialized lubricant is applied to support longer service life
• Factory test drive verifies operation under demanding conditions and checks on-car communications
• Protective black finish helps resist corrosion and rust
• Aluminum casting material with black bellows and black steering rack finish

Detailed Description

The Cardone Rack and Pinion Assembly, part number 1G-1810, is a standard replacement steering rack for 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6, and 2007-2009 Saturn Aura applications listed below. This manual rack assembly is remanufactured to rigorous quality and performance standards, with premium replacement components used throughout the rebuild process. The unit is finished in black and built with an aluminum housing for dependable steering system service. For shoppers searching for a Chevrolet Malibu rack and pinion assembly, Pontiac G6 steering rack, or Saturn Aura manual rack replacement, 1G-1810 provides a direct-fit service part for the specified electronic power steering setups.

This part cross-references Chevrolet OE numbers 15216791 and 21998461 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Steering play or looseness from a worn rack assembly
• Internal fluid leakage caused by aged seals, where applicable
• Rough or inconsistent steering feel
• Corrosion-related wear on the steering rack housing
• Failure of the original rack and pinion unit in electronic power steering systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s steering system configuration before ordering, since this assembly is listed for electronic power steering systems with a manual rack. Confirm mounting dimensions, input shaft measurements, and tie rod configuration against the original unit before installation. An alignment should be performed after steering rack replacement to restore proper handling and tire wear characteristics.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone 1G-1810 rack and pinion assembly is remanufactured, factory test driven, and checked for on-car communication performance. Rubber sealing components are replaced, specialized lubricant is applied, and the finished unit receives a protective coating to support durability in service.