Installation Procedure
- Install the steering damper.
- Install the new mounting bolt and a new prevailing torque nut.
- Install the steering damper ball stud to the relay rod.
- Install the J 29193
. See Special Tools and Equipment .
Tighten the steering linkage installer in order to seat the ball stud in the relay rod.
Tighten: Tighten the steering linkage installer to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).
- Remove the J 29193 . See Special Tools and Equipment .
- Install the prevailing torque nuts.
Tighten:
- Tighten the mounting nut to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Tighten the ball stud nut to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.