Maval 9309M Rack and Pinion Assembly

Maval 9309M Remanufactured Rack and Pinion

The Maval 9309M is a remanufactured rack and pinion assembly for select Mazda steering systems. It is built for direct replacement on specific 1997-2002 Mazda 626 and 1997 Mazda MX-6 applications with the correct housing casting and mount configuration.

Key Features

• Remanufactured rack and pinion assembly for steering repair
• Fits 1998-2002 Mazda 626, N/A
• Fits 1997 Mazda 626, N/A
• Fits 1997 Mazda MX-6, N/A
• Housing casting number 25-81 with 1-3/4 in. wide driver-side mount
• Pressure and return ports are the same size; pressure line installs in the top port
• Part number 9309M for catalog and service reference

Detailed Description

Maval 9309M is a remanufactured rack and pinion assembly for Mazda 626 and Mazda MX-6 steering systems that use housing casting number 25-81. This unit is specified for 1998-2002 Mazda 626, 1997 Mazda 626, and 1997 Mazda MX-6 applications with the 1-3/4 inch wide driver-side mount. The pressure and return ports are the same size, so line routing must be correct to avoid seal damage. For parts lookup and interchange reference, 9309M cross-references Anchor 3342 and Cardone Reman 22-250 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Steering play or looseness from a worn rack and pinion
• Fluid leakage at the steering gear assembly
• Binding or inconsistent steering response
• Noise from internal steering gear wear
• Replacement needs after housing or seal deterioration

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the housing casting number 25-81 before installation. Install the pressure line in the top port, since the pressure and return ports are the same size. If the lines are crossed, the upper pinion seal can fail under high pressure. Refer to warning label 640100 and confirm the 1-3/4 inch wide driver-side mount matches the vehicle before installation.

Quality Assurance

This Maval remanufactured rack and pinion is built as a service replacement for the listed Mazda applications and should be matched to the vehicle’s casting and port configuration for proper operation.