{"product_id":"skp-sk9446-rack-and-pinion-bellows-kit","title":"SKP SK9446 Rack and Pinion Bellows Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRack and Pinion Bellows Kit for Subaru Steering Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSKP SK9446 is a rack and pinion bellows kit for Subaru steering systems. It is listed for multiple Legacy, Outback, Baja, and Impreza applications, making it a direct-fit service part for common Subaru steering rack repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRack and pinion bellows kit for steering rack protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1990-2004 Subaru Legacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2004 Subaru Outback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003 Subaru Baja\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1993-1996 Subaru Impreza and 1997 Subaru Impreza thru 5\/97\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: SK9446\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplication Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With Subaru Legacy, Subaru Outback, Subaru Baja, and Subaru Impreza steering rack service applications across the listed model years. SK9446 is a rack and pinion bellows kit used on Subaru Legacy and Subaru Impreza steering systems where the bellows boot protects the rack area from dirt, moisture, and road debris. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K9446 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorn or cracked steering rack bellows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContamination entering the rack and pinion area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of protection around the inner tie rod and rack housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering boot deterioration from age and road exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement during steering rack maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect the steering rack, inner tie rods, and clamps before installation. Clean the rack housing thoroughly and verify the bellows seats correctly on the Subaru Legacy, Outback, Baja, or Impreza application listed for your vehicle. Confirm fitment by year and model before ordering, especially for the 1997 Impreza through 5\/97 note.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSKP SK9446 is cataloged as an aftermarket steering component with listed interchange references for application matching. Verify the part number and vehicle fitment details against your existing steering rack configuration before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SKP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52413546496181,"sku":"GQLW-SK9446","price":18.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/5K_SK9446_Fro.jpg?v=1777794551","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/skp-sk9446-rack-and-pinion-bellows-kit","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}