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Rack and Pinion Gear Rack Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle (MAGNASTEER)

    Fig 1: Identifying Adjuster Plug Lock Nut
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  1. Loosen the adjuster plug lock nut (1).
  2. Turn the adjuster plug clockwise until the adjuster plug bottoms in the gear assembly.
  3. Turn the adjuster plug back 50 degrees to 70 degrees (approximately one flat).
  4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the adjuster plug lock nut (1) to the adjuster plug.

    Tighten:  Hold the adjuster plug stationary while tightening the adjuster plug lock nut (1) to 68 N.m (50 lb ft).