Cardone 97-378 Rack and Pinion Assembly

Cardone Rack and Pinion Assembly 97-378

Cardone 97-378 is a new rack and pinion assembly engineered for direct replacement in select Chrysler and Dodge applications. It is built to meet or exceed O.E.M. performance, with tested fit and steering response for Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Magnum models.

Key Features

• New rack and pinion assembly with aluminum casting material
• Computerized spool valve balancing for consistent steering feel
• Performance tested for fit, function, and reliable operation
• Supplied with O.E.M.-grade seals, O-rings, and boots for sealing performance and longevity
• Environmentally friendly coating on tie rods and lines helps maintain a clean appearance and resist rust
• Inner tie rods included
• O-ring hose ports with M18 x 1.5 pressure port and M16 x 1.5 return port threads
• Rack length: 46.61 in. Total turns lock to lock: 2.86

Product Details

The Cardone Rack and Pinion Assembly line is engineered from reverse-engineering experience gained over more than 50 years. For this application, Cardone 97-378 addresses original design weaknesses and is manufactured to strict S.A.E. specifications. The result is a brand-new steering rack built for Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Magnum vehicles that need precise hydraulic steering performance and dependable road feel.

This part cross-references Chrysler and Dodge OE numbers 4782960AD and 4782960AE for the same application.

What This Part Helps Resolve

• Excessive steering play or loose steering response
• Fluid leakage from worn rack seals or hose ports
• Uneven or inconsistent steering effort
• Noise or roughness caused by internal wear in the steering rack
• Rust or deterioration on steering lines and tie rod surfaces

Installation Notes

• Compatible With 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, N/A; inner tie rods included; in-line filter recommended for warranty maintenance, OE fluid and system flushing for hydraulic power.
• Compatible With 2007-2010 Dodge Charger, N/A; inner tie rods included; in-line filter recommended for warranty maintenance, OE fluid and system flushing for hydraulic power.
• Compatible With 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, N/A; inner tie rods included; in-line filter recommended for warranty maintenance, OE fluid and system flushing for hydraulic power.
• Verify mounting-hole spacing, input shaft dimensions, and port thread sizes before installation.
• Flush the hydraulic steering system and use OE fluid to help protect the replacement rack.

Quality Assurance

Cardone uses engineered testing and S.A.E.-based specifications to verify performance before release. Each unit is built as a new replacement assembly and inspected to support reliable long-term steering operation in Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Magnum applications.