Installation Procedure
- Install the steering gear to the frame and install the retaining bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the steering gear retaining bolts to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).
- Install the pitman arm. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement .
- Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the intermediate shaft to the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement - Lower .
- Remove the caps or plugs from the steering gear and hoses.
- Install the hoses to the steering gear.
Tighten: Tighten the hoses fittings to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).
- Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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