Cardone 1G-26011 Rack and Pinion Assembly

Electronic Power Steering Rack for RAV4

Restore steering response with this remanufactured Cardone rack and pinion assembly for select Toyota RAV4 applications. Part number 1G-26011 is built for electronic power steering systems using a manual rack design and is listed for 2013-2019 Toyota RAV4 models, including 2013-2015 vehicles with 17-inch wheels.

Cardone remanufactures this Rack and Pinion Assembly with new premium components, replaced sealing parts, and a specialized lubricant to support long service life. The aluminum housing, black finish, and factory test drive process help verify operation and on-car communication before installation.

Key Features

• Remanufactured original equipment-style rack and pinion assembly
• Fits 2013-2019 Toyota RAV4, with application-specific notes for 2013-2015 17-inch wheel models
• Includes inner tie rods
• All rubber sealing components are replaced during remanufacturing
• New spool valve seals and rack donut seals are installed where applicable
• Specialized lubricant is applied for extended service life
• Factory test drive checks performance under demanding operating conditions
• Protective coating helps resist corrosion and rust
• Aluminum casting with black steering rack finish

Product Details

Cardone’s Rack and Pinion Assembly line focuses on remanufactured steering components built to OE fit and function. This 1G-26011 unit is a standard replacement manual rack for Toyota RAV4 models with electronic power steering systems that use a manual rack configuration. It is a direct-fit steering solution for drivers addressing wear in the rack housing, internal seals, or steering feel on the Toyota RAV4 platform. This part cross-references Toyota 455100R040 and 4551042160 for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Steering play or looseness in the rack assembly
• Internal fluid seal wear where applicable
• Rough, inconsistent, or noisy steering operation
• Corrosion-related rack housing deterioration
• Fitment issues from using the wrong steering rack configuration

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s steering system configuration before ordering, especially on 2013-2015 Toyota RAV4 models with 17-inch wheels. This assembly includes inner tie rods, and the package contents list the rack and pinion plus an instruction sheet. Confirm mounting dimensions, input shaft measurements, and thread lengths against the original unit before installation.

Quality Assurance

Each unit is remanufactured to CARDONE quality and performance standards and is factory test driven to confirm operation and communication on the vehicle. The remanufacturing process also reduces energy and raw material use compared with producing a new part.