Cardone 1G-2009 Rack and Pinion Assembly

Cardone 1G-2009 Rack and Pinion Assembly

The Cardone 1G-2009 is a remanufactured rack and pinion assembly built for Mazda steering systems that use a manual rack with electronic power steering communication. It is engineered for 2014-2018 Mazda 3, 2014-2018 Mazda 3 Sport, and 2014-2017 Mazda 6 applications, with inner tie rods included.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment-style replacement for direct vehicle fit
• Includes inner tie rods
• Black aluminum housing with protective black finish
• All rubber sealing components replaced during remanufacturing
• New spool valve seals and rack donut seals installed where applicable
• Specialized lubricant applied for extended service life
• Factory test drive performed under extreme operating conditions
• Corrosion- and rust-resistant coating
• Rack length: 45.188 in. / 1147.76 mm
• Mounting hole spacing: 14.375 in. / 365.13 mm

Product Details

This Cardone Rack and Pinion Assembly is part of the Cardone Rack and Pinion Assembly line, a remanufactured steering solution focused on OE fit and verified on-car communication performance. The 1G-2009 is a standard replacement manual rack assembly with an aluminum casting, black bellows, and a 0.788 in. input shaft diameter. It is supplied as a remanufactured unit with inner tie rods and an instruction sheet in the package contents. For shoppers searching for a Mazda 3 rack and pinion assembly, Mazda 3 Sport steering rack, or Mazda 6 manual rack replacement, this part number 1G-2009 matches the listed applications.

This part cross-references Mazda OE numbers such as BJS832110 and GHT232110B for the same application.

Common Problems It Can Address

• Steering play or looseness from worn rack components
• Internal fluid leakage caused by aged seals
• Rough or inconsistent steering feel
• Corrosion or wear in the original steering rack housing
• Communication issues in electronic power steering-equipped systems using a manual rack

Installation Notes

Fits 2014-2018 Mazda 3, N/A; includes inner tie rods and is listed for electronic power steering systems featuring a manual rack. Fits 2014-2018 Mazda 3 Sport, N/A; includes inner tie rods and is listed for electronic power steering systems featuring a manual rack. Fits 2014-2017 Mazda 6, N/A; includes inner tie rods and is listed for electronic power steering systems featuring a manual rack. Verify mounting dimensions, input shaft measurements, and steering system configuration before installation. A professional alignment is recommended after replacement.

Quality Assurance

Each unit is remanufactured to CARDONE quality and performance standards, then factory test driven to verify operation under demanding conditions and confirm on-car communications. Rubber sealing components are replaced, specialized lubricant is applied, and the finished assembly receives a protective coating to help resist corrosion and rust.