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Steering Gear: Installation

    NOTE: When installing a new steering gear, install a new steering gear turn tube heat wrap.
  1. Position the steering gear and tighten the 4 steering gear bolts to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft) in the sequence shown.
  2. Fig 1: Identifying Steering Gear Bolts Tightening Sequence
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    CAUTION: New seals must be installed any time the pressure line is disconnected from the power steering pump and/or the steering gear or a fluid leak may occur.
  3. Install the pressure line-to-steering gear banjo bolt.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  4. Install the 3 pressure line bracket-to-steering gear bolts.
    • Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  5. Release the clamp and connect the return hose to the steering gear.
  6. Install the steering gear heat shield and the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
  7. Install the stabilizer bar. For additional information, refer to FRONT SUSPENSION .
  8. Fill the power steering system. For additional information, refer to STEERING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .