Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Power Steering Gear

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Position the steering gear to the frame and install the steering gear bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).
Connect the pitman arm to the relay rod. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement .

Fig 2: View Of Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt, Intermediate Shaft & Steering Gear

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Position the steering shaft coupling to the steering gear.
Install the steering shaft coupling bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).

Fig 3: Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose At Steering Gear

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Using a new O-ring seal, connect the power steering gear inlet hose to the steering gear.
Tighten: Tighten the fitting to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).

Fig 4: View Of Power Steering Cooler Inlet Hose Fitting At Power Steering Gear

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Using a new O-ring seal, connect the power steering cooler pipe/hose to the steering gear.
Tighten: Tighten the fitting to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).
Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle and remove any drain pans as needed.
Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .