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Cardone 22-182 Rack and Pinion Assembly
Remanufactured Electronic Power Steering Rack
Cardone 22-182 is a remanufactured rack and pinion assembly built for precise steering response in select Buick, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile applications. It is rebuilt with new premium components, tested under simulated road conditions, and finished for corrosion resistance to support dependable steering performance.
Key Features
- Remanufactured Original Equipment-style fit for direct replacement use
- New spool valve seals and rack donut seals installed to reduce internal leakage
- 100% replacement of rubber sealing components
- Specialized lubricant applied for extended service life
- Factory test drive verifies operation and on-car communications
- Protective coating helps resist rust and corrosion
- Includes tie rod ends, mounting bushing assembly, sealing kit, and instruction sheet
- Steel and aluminum casting construction
Product Details
This Cardone rack and pinion assembly, part number 22-182, is engineered for vehicles using hydraulic power steering with electronic assist applications listed in the fitment data. It features an O-ring hose port type, M18 x 1.5 pressure port thread, M16 x 1.5 return port thread, and a 49.50-inch rack length. The unit has a 2.38 total turns lock to lock, a 0.66-inch input shaft diameter, and a black finish. For buyers searching for a remanufactured steering rack for 2005-2008 Buick LaCrosse, 2005-2008 Buick Allure, or 2005-2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, this assembly is built to match the original vehicle layout and steering geometry.
Cardone’s rack and pinion line focuses on remanufactured steering components that are tested for function and communication on the vehicle. This process helps ensure the assembly is ready for real-world steering loads while using fewer raw materials than producing a new part.
Common Steering Problems It May Address
- Hard steering during the first few minutes of driving
- Power steering pump whine caused by air in the system after replacement
- Steering that does not return to center after a turn
- Internal fluid bypass from worn rack seals
- Steering play or inconsistent assist from a worn rack and pinion assembly
Installation Notes
- Fits 2005-2008 Buick Allure, N/A
- Fits 2005-2008 Buick LaCrosse, N/A
- Fits 2005-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix, N/A
- Fits 2005-2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, N/A, with Variable Effort Steering (NV7), with Hydraulic Power
- Fits 2004-2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, N/A, with Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering (NV8), with Hydraulic Power
- Fits 1997-2002 Buick Regal, N/A
- Fits 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, N/A
- Install an in-line filter, use OE fluid, and flush the hydraulic power steering system during installation
- Check front-end alignment and inspect return lines if steering does not return to center
Quality Assurance
Each unit undergoes CARDONE’s factory test drive process to verify operation under demanding conditions and confirm on-car communications. The remanufacturing process replaces worn rubber sealing components, uses new internal seals where applicable, and applies specialized lubricant to support durability. This earth-friendly remanufacturing approach reduces the energy and raw material needed to produce a new part by 80%.
This part cross-references Buick 26031078 and Pontiac 88955437 for the same application.
| Brand | Cardone |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 22-182 |
| Position | Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| Casting Material | Steel; aluminum |
| Distance Between Mounting Holes (in) | 12.25 |
| Distance Between Mounting Holes (mm) | 311.15 |
| E-Waste | Yes |
| FAQs | For the first few minutes of driving my car, the steering is hard |
| FAQs | I replaced the rack and now the power steering pump is whining. w |
| FAQs | Steering not returning to center coming out of a turn. what could |
| FAQs | The most likely cause of power steering pump whine is air in the |
| FAQs | The rack and pinion does not return to center by itself. the geom |
| FAQs | This symptom is classified as "morning sickness". this condition |
| Hose Port Type | O-ring |
| Input Shaft Diameter (in) | 0.66 |
| Input Shaft Diameter (mm) | 16.71 |
| Input Shaft Length (in) | 1.13 |
| Input Shaft Length (mm) | 28.58 |
| Number of Mounting Holes | 2 |
| Package Contents | Rack and pinion, mounting bushing assembly, sealing kit, instruct |
| Pressure Port Thread Size | M18 x 1.5 |
| Product Condition | Remanufactured |
| Rack Length (in) | 49.50 |
| Rack Length (mm) | 1257.30 |
| Return Port Thread Size | M16 x 1.5 |
| Steering Rack Color | Black |
| Thread Length (in) | 2.47 |
| Thread Length (mm) | 62.76 |
| Tie Rod Ends Included | Yes |
| Total Turns Lock to Lock | 2.38 |
This part fits 30 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Buick | Allure | 3.6L | V6 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2008 | Buick | LaCrosse | 3.6L | V6 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2008 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 5.3L | V8 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2007 | Buick | Allure | 3.6L | V6 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2007 | Buick | LaCrosse | 3.6L | V6 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2007 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Fitment note: with Variable Effort Steering (NV7), Includes Inner Tie Rods, In-Line Filter available, For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system, Option Codes are on the Service Parts Identification Sticker; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2007 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Rack and Pinion Assembly with Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering (NV8), Includes Inner Tie Rods, In-Line Filter available; Recommended to always install a filter, use suggested OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; with Hydraulic Power.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2007 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 5.3L | V8 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2006 | Buick | Allure | 3.6L | V6 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2006 | Buick | LaCrosse | 3.6L | V6 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2006 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Fitment note: with Variable Effort Steering (NV7), Includes Inner Tie Rods, In-Line Filter available, For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system, Option Codes are on the Service Parts Identification Sticker; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2006 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Rack and Pinion Assembly with Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering (NV8), Includes Inner Tie Rods, In-Line Filter available; Recommended to always install a filter, use suggested OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; with Hydraulic Power.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2006 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 5.3L | V8 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2005 | Buick | Allure | 3.6L | V6 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2005 | Buick | LaCrosse | 3.6L | V6 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2005 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Fitment note: with Variable Effort Steering (NV7), Includes Inner Tie Rods, In-Line Filter available, For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system, Option Codes are on the Service Parts Identification Sticker; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2005 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Rack and Pinion Assembly with Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering (NV8), Includes Inner Tie Rods, In-Line Filter available; Recommended to always install a filter, use suggested OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; with Hydraulic Power.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2005 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 5.3L | V8 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| 2004 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | N/A | Rack and Pinion Assembly with Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering (NV8), Includes Inner Tie Rods, In-Line Filter available; Recommended to always install a filter, use suggested OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; with Hydraulic Power.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2002 | Buick | Regal | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2002 | Oldsmobile | Intrigue | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2001 | Buick | Regal | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2001 | Oldsmobile | Intrigue | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2000 | Buick | Regal | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2000 | Oldsmobile | Intrigue | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 1999 | Buick | Regal | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 1999 | Oldsmobile | Intrigue | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 1998 | Buick | Regal | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 1998 | Oldsmobile | Intrigue | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 1997 | Buick | Regal | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
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Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.