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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Steering Damper Ball Stud Nut
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  1. Install the steering damper.
  2. Install the new mounting bolt and a new prevailing torque nut.
  3. Install the steering damper ball stud to the relay rod.
  4. Fig 2: Seating The Idler Arm Tapers
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    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. 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).

  6. Remove the J 29193  . See Special Tools and Equipment .
  7. 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).

  8. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
  9. Lower the vehicle.