Product Description

The CARDONE 27-7540 Remanufactured Steering Gear is engineered to restore precise steering feel and OE-style control on a wide range of GM full-size trucks and SUVs, including C/K 1500 & 2500, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade models. As the core of the steering system, this gear box converts steering wheel input into accurate front-wheel response, resulting in confident, predictable handling.

Each 27-7540 unit is fully remanufactured and 100% hydraulically tested to verify proper fluid flow, pressure, leakage control, and steering effort. All O-rings and lip seals are replaced with brand-new components to deliver long-lasting, leak-free performance. Input and output shafts are resurfaced to precise specifications to help prevent premature seal wear and extend service life.

The housing is treated with CARDONE’s rust-inhibitive Cool Dip finish, a penetrating coating that covers all exposed surfaces for excellent corrosion resistance and durability without cracking, flaking, or peeling. Built as a remanufactured OE steering gear, the 27-7540 provides a direct, bolt-on fit and OE-level function on specified Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs, as well as the 1999–2000 Cadillac Escalade.

CARDONE’s eco-conscious remanufacturing process can reduce raw material usage and energy consumption by up to 80% compared to producing a brand-new steering gear.

Key Features

• 100% hydraulic testing verifies correct fluid flow, pressure, leakage control, and steering performance

• All-new O-rings and lip seals ensure long-term, leak-free operation

• Critical internal components tested to deliver consistent reliability and steering feel

• Precision-surfaced shafts help prevent early seal wear and extend overall gear life

• Rust-inhibitive Cool Dip finish thoroughly protects exposed surfaces against corrosion and chipping

• OE remanufactured design ensures direct fitment on specified GM/Cadillac truck and SUV applications

• Environmentally friendly process reduces energy and raw material usage by up to 80%

Technical Specifications

OE Cross References

Chevrolet: 26009546, 26036035, 26042491, 26042492, 26052911, 26052912, 26064578, 26077886, 26100345
GMC: 26009546, 26036035, 26042491, 26042492, 26052911, 26052912, 26064578, 26077886, 26100345

Vehicle Compatibility

All applications listed are with Power Steering Gear. For warranty protection, install an in-line filter, use OE-recommended fluid, and fully flush the system.

Cadillac

Escalade

• 5.7L: 1999–2000

Chevrolet

Blazer (Full-Size)

• 5.7L: 1992–1994

• 6.5L: 1994

C1500 (RWD)

• 4.1L: 1989–1991, 1994–1998

• 4.3L: 1988–1999

• 5.0L: 1988–1999

• 5.7L: 1988–1999

• 6.2L: 1988–1993

• 6.5L: 1994–1998

• 7.4L: 1990–1993

C1500 Suburban (RWD)

• 5.7L: 1992–1999

• 6.5L: 1994–1996

C2500 (RWD, 7200 lb GVW where noted)

• 4.3L: 1988–1995 (7200 lb GVW)

• 5.0L: 1988–1998 (7200 lb GVW)

• 5.7L: 1988–1998 (7200 lb GVW)

• 6.2L: 1988–1993; 1988–1993 with 7200 lb GVW

• 6.5L: 1994–1995; 1992–1998 with 7200 lb GVW

• 7.4L: 1991–1998 with 7200 lb GVW

C2500 Suburban (RWD, 7200 lb GVW)

• 5.7L: 1992–1995, 1996–1998

• 6.5L: 1994–1995, 1996–1998

• 7.4L: 1992–1995, 1996–1998

K1500 (4WD)

• 4.3L: 1988–1998

• 5.0L: 1988–1999

• 5.7L: 1988–1999

• 6.2L: 1988–1993

• 6.5L: 1994–1998

K1500 Suburban (4WD)

• 5.7L: 1992–1999

• 6.5L: 1994–1996

K2500 (4WD, 7200 lb GVW where noted)

• 4.3L: 1988–1995 (7200 lb GVW)

• 5.0L: 1988–1995, 1998 (7200 lb GVW)

• 5.7L: 1988–1998 (7200 lb GVW)

• 6.2L: 1988–1993 (7200 lb GVW)

• 6.5L: 1992–1998 (7200 lb GVW)

• 7.4L: 1991–1998 (7200 lb GVW)

K2500 Suburban (4WD unless noted, 7200 lb GVW where noted)

• 5.7L:

  • 1992–1995 – with 7200 lb GVW

  • 1996, 1998 – with 7200 lb GVW

  • 1997 – w/ Power Steering Gear (no extra GVW note)

• 6.5L:

  • 1994–1995 – with 7200 lb GVW

  • 1996, 1998 – with 7200 lb GVW

  • 1997 – w/ Power Steering Gear (no extra GVW note)

• 7.4L:

  • 1992–1995 – with 7200 lb GVW

  • 1996, 1998 – with 7200 lb GVW

  • 1997 – w/ Power Steering Gear (no extra GVW note)

Silverado

• 5.7L: 1995–1997

Tahoe

• 5.7L: 1995–2000

• 6.5L: 1995–1997

GMC

C1500 (RWD)

• 4.3L: 1988–1998

• 5.0L: 1988–1999

• 5.7L: 1988–1999

• 6.2L: 1988–1993

• 6.5L: 1994–1997

C1500 Suburban (RWD)

• 5.7L: 1992–1999

• 6.5L: 1995–1996

C2500 (RWD, 7200 lb GVW where noted)

• 4.3L: 1988–1995 (7200 lb GVW)

• 5.0L: 1988–1998 (7200 lb GVW)

• 5.7L: 1988–1998 (7200 lb GVW)

• 6.2L: 1988–1993; 1988–1993 with 7200 lb GVW

• 6.5L: 1994–1995; 1992–1998 with 7200 lb GVW

• 7.4L: 1991–1998 with 7200 lb GVW

C2500 Suburban (RWD, 7200 lb GVW)

• 5.7L: 1992–1995, 1996–1998

• 6.5L: 1994–1995, 1996–1998

• 7.4L: 1992–1995, 1996–1998

K1500 (4WD)

• 4.3L: 1988–1998

• 5.0L: 1988–1999

• 5.7L: 1988–1999

• 6.2L: 1988–1993

• 6.5L: 1994–1998

K1500 Suburban (4WD)

• 5.7L: 1992–1999

• 6.5L: 1995–1996

K2500 (4WD, 7200 lb GVW where noted)

• 4.3L: 1988–1995 (7200 lb GVW)

• 5.0L: 1988–1995, 1998 (7200 lb GVW)

• 5.7L: 1988–1998 (7200 lb GVW)

• 6.2L: 1988–1993 (7200 lb GVW)

• 6.5L: 1992–1998 (7200 lb GVW)

• 7.4L: 1991–1998 (7200 lb GVW)

K2500 Suburban (4WD unless noted, 7200 lb GVW where noted)

• 5.7L:

  • 1992–1995 – with 7200 lb GVW

  • 1996, 1998 – with 7200 lb GVW

  • 1997 – w/ Power Steering Gear (no extra GVW note)

• 6.5L:

  • 1994–1995 – with 7200 lb GVW

  • 1996, 1998 – with 7200 lb GVW

  • 1997 – w/ Power Steering Gear (no extra GVW note)

• 7.4L:

  • 1992–1995 – with 7200 lb GVW

  • 1996, 1998 – with 7200 lb GVW

  • 1997 – w/ Power Steering Gear (no extra GVW note)

Yukon

• 5.7L: 1992–2000

• 6.5L: 1994–1997

Installation & Warranty Notes

• Always use OE-specified power steering fluid

• Perform a complete power steering system flush before installing the steering gear

• Install an in-line power steering filter to protect the gear and maintain warranty coverage

• Inspect the power steering pump, reservoir, and hoses for contamination, leaks, or deterioration

• Do not reuse old or contaminated fluid